Litigation Assistant

Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive scheduling assistant to assist a Litigation Paralegal to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in personal injury law. This role involves supporting a litigation paralegal in all phases of litigation, from the filing of a lawsuit to trial. The Litigation Assistant will be responsible for managing the calendars of two trial lawyers. This includes scheduling telephone conferences, in person meetings, depositions and mediations. This also includes preparing notices of depositions and mediation as well as trial subpoenas. There will also be a requirement to communicate with clients and schedulers in other attorney's offices as well as doctor's offices. An ability to speak Creole would be a great asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys and litigation paralegal in preparing legal pleadings.
• Draft legal documents, including correspondence to judges.
• Maintain communication with clients, insurance adjusters, and medical providers while demonstrating excellent phone etiquette.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a law firm.
• Familiarity with legal document management systems.
• Knowledge of personal injury law is highly desirable.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

If you are passionate about the helping injured persons and dedicated to providing exceptional support to our litigation paralegal and attorneys, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Litigation Paralegal Assistant.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person