Paralegal

Overview:

Baton Rouge, LA: Flexicrew Technical Services (FTS) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Paralegal to join our client’s team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the legal profession, excellent organizational skills, and a strong attention to detail. Our client is a reputable law firm, known for its commitment to excellence in legal representation and client satisfaction.

Essential Duties:

• Assisting attorneys with case preparation, including drafting legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings.
• Conducting legal research and gathering relevant information to support case strategy.
• Organizing and maintaining case files, including electronic and physical documents.
• Managing calendars, scheduling appointments, and coordinating meetings with clients, witnesses, and other parties.
• Communicating effectively with clients, court personnel, and other attorneys.
• Assisting with trial preparation, including preparing exhibits and witness lists.
• Reviewing and summarizing deposition transcripts, medical records, and other discovery materials.
• Providing administrative support to attorneys, such as billing and invoicing.

Requirements/Skills:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• 3-5 of paralegal experience in a law firm.
• Paralegal certification from an accredited program is preferred.
• Previous experience working as a paralegal in a law firm setting is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software, such as Westlaw or LexisNexis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and other relevant software applications.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer workstation.
• Capable of lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds of case files and other materials.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for typing, writing, and handling documents.
• Visual acuity and ability to read small print and computer screens.
• Hearing and speaking abilities to communicate effectively with colleagues, clients, and other parties.
• Mobility to move within the office and courtroom environments as needed.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Flexicrew Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with FTS is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications. Employment or consideration will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.