Attorney

Position: Attorney

Location: Lake Charles, Louisiana | Remote flexibility for the right candidate

Compensation: $80,000–$150,000, with flexibility for exceptional candidates

About:

I'm partnering with a collaborative, full-service law practice in Louisiana to identify attorneys for three opportunities across civil/business litigation, employment law, and criminal law.

Opportunities are available for attorneys at various career stages, from recent graduates to experienced counsel, depending on the position and qualifications.

Why Consider These Opportunities?

• Competitive compensation: Salaries up to $150,000, with the potential to go higher for the right candidate.
• Manageable billable target: Approximately 1,600 billable hours annually.
• Diverse legal work: Exposure to a broad range of litigation matters, with opportunities to develop your practice.
• Meaningful advocacy: Opportunities for hands-on casework, client interaction, and courtroom experience.
• Flexible work arrangements: Lake Charles-based candidates are preferred, but remote candidates may be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage assigned cases and assist with all phases of litigation.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Prepare for hearings, depositions, negotiations, and trials, as applicable.
• Communicate with clients and opposing counsel regarding case strategy and developments.
• Develop legal strategies, evaluate claims and defenses, and support favorable case outcomes.
• Maintain accurate case records, monitor deadlines, and manage competing priorities.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active Louisiana bar admission or eligibility appropriate to the position.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Interest or experience in the litigation practice area.
• Ability to manage responsibilities independently while working collaboratively with colleagues.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $80,000 – $150,000. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical insurance (100% of employee premiums paid; 50% of spouse/dependent premiums paid)
• 401(k) retirement plan (3% contribution with a vesting schedule)
• 13 paid holidays annually
• Two weeks of PTO to start, increasing with tenure
• One week of paid sick leave