Litigation Paralegal

Peiffer Wolf Carr Kane Conway & Wise is a national litigation law firm that represents individuals and entities who have been the victims of fraud, negligence, or the misconduct of powerful interests. We have successfully represented tens of thousands of clients throughout the United States in multi-state and multi-district mass-tort, class-action, and individual lawsuits. We work tirelessly for our clients and take pride in the pursuit of justice on their behalf.

We are seeking a paralegal to join the Institutional Sex Assault practice area in our New Orleans office. The ideal candidate holds a Paralegal Certificate from an accredited program, has at least 2 years of relevant experience, and is confident managing a busy caseload in a fast-paced environment. We are looking for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and tech-savvy, and who brings a high level of professionalism and empathy to client interactions.

What your average day will look like:

• Communicate with potential and current clients to collect and update case information
• Collaborate closely with attorneys and fellow paralegals on litigation strategy and case progress
• Manage and organize large volumes of case-related documents
• Draft, proofread, and finalize legal documents, including pleadings, discovery, and correspondence
• Handle docketing, calendaring, and deadline tracking
• Filing pleadings in both state and federal court
• Assist with trial preparation
• Maintain accurate records in legal case management software

What skills are we looking for?

• Paralegal Certificate from an accredited university program
• 2 years of paralegal experience in litigation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and Adobe Acrobat/PowerPDF
• Comfortable using legal case management systems (Salesforce experience a plus)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work
• Compassionate and confident communicator with clients

We offer competitive salaries and a strong benefits package:

• 401(k) Plan: Employer-sponsored 401(k) with a 4% employer match;
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance: 100% employer-paid for employees; with a qualifying HSA health plan, employer contributions of up to $1,200 per year;
• Telehealth Benefits: Employer-paid telehealth services, including mental health therapy;
• Other Insurance Benefits: Employer-paid group life insurance, short-term disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance;
• Additional Available Insurance Options: Employee-paid accident insurance and critical illness insurance;
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays;
• Annual Bonus;
• Reproductive healthcare travel expense reimbursement.

We are a group of dedicated, smart, and supportive professionals who work in a casual, team-oriented environment. We value collaboration, growth, and a shared commitment to excellence. If this sounds like the right fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

Peiffer Wolf is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and respectful workplace.

COVID-19 Precautions: All employees working in the office must be vaccinated.