Legal Assistant

Job description

Our client, a distinguished New Orleans law firm, is looking for a Legal Assistant to join their team and provide essential support to a group of attorneys. This full-time role involves handling complex legal, administrative, and clerical tasks in a collaborative and professional environment.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and format legal documents, transcribe, edit, and manage documents for client cases, ensuring accuracy and compliance with deadlines.

• Coordinate e-filings and other state court filings as needed.

• Manage and organize attorney calendars, scheduling meetings, travel arrangements, and client appointments.

• Maintain client files and records in both digital and physical formats, ensuring efficient retrieval and secure storage.

• Assist with billing processes, including timesheet management and expense reimbursement.

Required:

• High school diploma or GED; an associate degree or business certificate is a plus.

• Minimum of 2 years of legal assistant or secretarial experience in a law firm setting.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and a solid understanding of legal terminology and court procedures.

If you are detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and have a passion for supporting legal professionals, apply now to join this established legal team!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• legal assistant: 2 years (Required)