Litigation Paralegal - Casualty & Mass Tort

Job Description

Job Description

We are a well-established regional law firm that prioritizes our employees, fosters a collaborative environment, and is committed to delivering exceptional service to clients across a wide range of industries. We are currently seeking a Casualty and Mass Tort Litigation Paralegal to join our Baton Rouge, LA office. This is a 100% in-office position offering the opportunity to work alongside experienced litigators on sophisticated casualty, mass tort, and complex litigation matters.

We are looking for a candidate with a minimum of 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience and comprehensive knowledge of the litigation lifecycle from case inception through trial and post-trial proceedings. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

If you are a Casualty and Mass Tort Litigation Paralegal with 3+ years of experience and interested in this opportunity, please apply!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist attorneys throughout all phases of litigation, including case inception, discovery, trial preparation, trial support, post-trial matters, and case closure.
• Prepare court filings, exhibits, and supporting documentation while ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable court requirements.
• Draft and respond to discovery requests, including interrogatories, requests for production, and other litigation-related documents.
• Support attorneys during depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial proceedings.
• Review, analyze, and summarize deposition transcripts, medical records, and other case-related materials.
• Maintain case calendars, litigation deadlines, dockets, and matter tracking systems.
• Coordinate and manage electronic discovery processes and document review projects.
• Communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, experts, vendors, and other litigation stakeholders.
• Assist with document management, case organization, and trial preparation activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 3 years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the litigation lifecycle, including case management, document review, discovery, and trial support.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred; Paralegal Certificate highly desired.
• Experience drafting and responding to discovery requests and supporting complex litigation matters.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced team environment.
• Technical proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while maintaining a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Positive, proactive attitude with a willingness to take initiative and support team objectives.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive salaries based on skills, experience, etc.
• Collaborative environments that focus on employee growth within
• Full Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, and 401(k) / Retirement Benefits