Legal Assistant

We are looking for a skilled Litigation Legal Assistant with a minimum of five years of defense-side experience to join our team in New Orleans, Louisiana. This Contract position requires someone who is detail oriented, excels in organization, accuracy, and can thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume legal environment. The role involves providing essential support to attorneys handling defense litigation cases.

Responsibilities:
• Assist attorneys in drafting and organizing legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and trial binders.
• Manage case files and ensure timely submissions to courts and administrative agencies.
• Coordinate and schedule litigation-related events such as depositions, mediations, and hearings.
• Conduct legal and factual research to support attorneys in case preparation.
• Draft correspondence and maintain communication with clients, opposing counsel, and other stakeholders.
• Monitor critical deadlines and maintain accurate calendaring systems to ensure compliance with court schedules.
• Collaborate with attorneys to prepare trial materials, including witness lists, exhibit lists, and jury instructions.
• Oversee eDiscovery processes, document review, and production to ensure thorough case preparation.
• At least 5 years of experience as a litigation legal assistant, specializing in defense-side cases.
• Proficiency in litigation procedures, including e-filing in both state and federal courts.
• Solid understanding of legal terminology, research techniques, and document management systems.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Experienced in calendar management and monitoring deadlines in high-volume legal environments.
• Familiarity with Admiralty and Maritime Law is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team while maintaining independence in task execution.
• Skilled in document formatting, drafting correspondence, and preparing high-quality legal materials.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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