Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Legal Assistant (Insurance Defense)
Location: Covington, Louisiana
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday – Friday | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM | Fully In-Office
Overview
A well-established, boutique litigation firm in Covington, Louisiana is seeking a Legal Assistant with strong insurance defense experience to support a partner and several associates in a busy but collaborative environment. This role is ideal for someone with 3–5+ years of legal support experience who enjoys staying organized, managing deadlines, and keeping cases moving efficiently.
The firm handles insurance defense matters, including personal injury and hospitality-related claims, and offers a laid-back, respectful culture where the focus is simply on getting the work done well. There are no billable hour requirements, and the team values professionalism, reliability, and a positive attitude.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day administrative and legal support to a partner and multiple associates
- Maintain attorney calendars and monitor litigation deadlines
- Prepare and format templates for discovery, pleadings, and other litigation documents
- Coordinate and schedule depositions, mediations, hearings, and other case events
- Manage incoming filings, correspondence, and case-related documentation
- Assist with file organization and case management using Clio (training provided if needed)
- Ensure accurate document handling and timely follow-up on case tasks
- Communicate professionally with attorneys, staff, and external parties when necessary
Firm Environment
- Small, busy litigation firm with 7 attorneys (5 full-time, 2 part-time)
- Professional but laid-back culture with a “no drama” approach
- Team members are respectful, even-tempered, and focused on producing quality work
- Fully in-office position with remote flexibility only for emergencies (e.g., family emergency or natural disaster)
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $55,000 – $65,000 depending on experience
- Candidates with stronger paralegal experience may be considered at $60,000 – $65,000+
- Firm-paid employee health insurance (option to upgrade or add family coverage)
- 401(k) with 3% employer contribution
- 2 weeks PTO
- Flexible sick time (not deducted from PTO)
- Free private parking
Qualifications
- 3–5+ years of legal assistant or paralegal experience, preferably in insurance defense or civil litigation
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to track multiple deadlines
- Experience supporting litigation attorneys in a fast-paced environment
- Comfortable preparing document templates and managing case materials
- Familiarity with case management systems (Clio experience is a plus but not required)
- Detail-oriented with strong communication and administrative skills
- Paralegal experience is welcomed but formal education or certification is not required