Litigation Paralegal

Litchfield Cavo LLP is a vibrant and growing nation-wide litigation defense law firm that strives to provide its associates with the encouragement and opportunities to develop and advance. While growing from 16 attorneys in 2 offices to 250 attorneys in 23 offices across the country, Litchfield Cavo has maintained its commitment to excellence in both the attorneys it attracts and the services it delivers.

We provide all of our employees the tools they need to feel confident when contributing ideas, asking questions, and building relationships both inside and outside the firm.

Litchfield Cavo offers a competitive compensation plan and an excellent benefits package in a collegial and supportive work environment that provides substantial opportunities for professional development.

Our New Orleans area office seeks a well-rounded, highly-motivated Litigation Paralegal with more than two years of experience to support defense litigation.

This is an exceptional opportunity to handle a variety of litigation support responsibilities including managing all phases of the discovery process in a forward-thinking firm and expanding New Orleans area office. Familiarity with case management software or legal billing systems is a must.

The following represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities a successful candidate should possess or demonstrate to succeed under the supervision of associate(s) and/or partner(s):

• knowledge of electronic filing procedures in Louisianna state and federal courts in Louisianna
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• strong legal research and writing skills;
• working knowledge of docketing and calendaring deadlines;
• organize, prioritize, and implement urgent tasks with strong attention to detail;
• experience in drafting and responding to discovery;
• remain self-directed, self-motivated, and effectively work under tight time constraints;
• ability to consistently create and deliver quality work products;
• experience with case management systems (e.g., iManage, Time Matters, Clio, etc.)
• proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and PDF maker (Nuance or Adobe Pro); demonstrated efficiency navigating the internet; and,
• a Paralegal Certificate is not required, but preferred; bachelor’s degree is preferred.

The firm provides an experienced support staff, current technology, ongoing training, and full-time IT and marketing departments.

Litchfield Cavo LLP supports and encourages workforce diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide equal opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class in accordance with all applicable laws.