What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Litigation Paralegal position at The Law Offices of Peter Hamilton?
NOW HIRING: JUNIOR LITIGATION PARALEGAL
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The Law Offices of Peter J. Hamilton, III
New Orleans, Louisiana
Position: Junior Litigation Paralegal
Practice Area: Plaintiff's Personal Injury Litigation
Experience: 0–3 Years
Position Overview
The Law Offices of Peter J. Hamilton, III is seeking a motivated, organized, and detail-oriented Junior Litigation Paralegal to join our team.
The ideal candidate will have an interest in personal injury litigation, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced law office.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and revise pleadings, discovery requests, discovery responses, and routine motions using established templates.
- Assist attorneys with all phases of personal injury litigation.
- Maintain litigation calendars and monitor court deadlines.
- Coordinate depositions, mediations, hearings, and other litigation activities.
- Organize and maintain electronic case files.
- Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
- Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and case materials.
- Perform other litigation support duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- 0–3 years of legal experience; personal injury litigation experience preferred.
- Familiarity with Louisiana state court procedures preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize assignments, meet deadlines, and work independently when appropriate.
- Paralegal certificate or related education preferred but not required.
Compensation
- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
- Opportunity for professional growth and advancement.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume and salary requirements to RHamilton@HLANola.com.
The Law Offices of Peter J. Hamilton, III is an equal opportunity employer.
Pay: $35,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35,000 - $45,000