Career opportunity
Litigation Legal Assistant
Posted: October 1, 2026
Litigation Legal Assistant (Hybrid Legal Assistant / Paralegal)
Location: Baton Rouge, LA (100% onsite) | Type: Full-time
About the Opportunity
A well-established regional law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys in its litigation practice in Baton Rouge. This hybrid role combines administrative support with substantive paralegal work, ideal for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys being an integral part of a high-performing legal team.
What You'll Do
Prepare, format, and e-file pleadings, motions, and correspondence in state and federal courts
Maintain attorney calendars, court deadlines, and docketing
Assist with discovery, including organizing and managing large document productions
Prepare deposition, hearing, and trial materials and exhibits
Track case documents such as contracts, change orders, and project records
Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and experts
Manage timekeeping, billing support, and expense reporting
Handle general administrative support for multiple attorneys
What You Bring
3+ years of litigation support experience in a law firm
Working knowledge of Louisiana state and federal court rules and e-filing (PACER/CM-ECF)
Strong technical skills: Microsoft Office, document management systems, and e-discovery platforms (Relativity or similar)
Excellent organization and the ability to manage competing deadlines
Polished written and verbal communication
Discretion, professionalism, and a proactive approach
Paralegal certificate or bachelor's degree preferred
Location: Baton Rouge, LA (100% onsite) | Type: Full-time
About the Opportunity
A well-established regional law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys in its litigation practice in Baton Rouge. This hybrid role combines administrative support with substantive paralegal work, ideal for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys being an integral part of a high-performing legal team.
What You'll Do
Prepare, format, and e-file pleadings, motions, and correspondence in state and federal courts
Maintain attorney calendars, court deadlines, and docketing
Assist with discovery, including organizing and managing large document productions
Prepare deposition, hearing, and trial materials and exhibits
Track case documents such as contracts, change orders, and project records
Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and experts
Manage timekeeping, billing support, and expense reporting
Handle general administrative support for multiple attorneys
What You Bring
3+ years of litigation support experience in a law firm
Working knowledge of Louisiana state and federal court rules and e-filing (PACER/CM-ECF)
Strong technical skills: Microsoft Office, document management systems, and e-discovery platforms (Relativity or similar)
Excellent organization and the ability to manage competing deadlines
Polished written and verbal communication
Discretion, professionalism, and a proactive approach
Paralegal certificate or bachelor's degree preferred