Litigation Paralegal

About the role

The Law Offices of Chip Forstall is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join our accomplished team. This role supports our mission of delivering justice and comprehensive legal advocacy to New Orleans residents.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation case files following the pre-litigation handoff, ensuring all files remain organized, current, and prepared for each stage of the litigation process.
• Manage litigation timelines by scheduling hearings, deadlines, and appointments, minimizing the risk of oversight.
• Draft legal documents, correspondence, and memos for attorney review, maintaining accuracy and compliance with court standards.
• File court documents promptly and accurately, ensuring adherence to all local jurisdiction protocols.
• Collaborate with attorneys and the litigation team to streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and ensure a balanced workload.
• Aid in organizing and managing the litigation attorney’s workflow, keeping actions aligned with case priorities and deadlines.
• Identify potential issues before they arise, proactively suggesting solutions to maintain momentum and avoid delays.

Requirements

• 2–7 years of experience in litigation paralegal roles, with a preference for experience in personal injury or familiarity with Louisiana courts.
• Exceptional organization and detail orientation to manage case files, timelines, and documentation effectively.
• Comfortable learning proprietary legal software and using legal technology such as case management systems, Supio, Case Status, and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency.
• We value initiative, accountability, coachability, and a genuine desire to continuously improve above years of experience alone. Candidates who take ownership and proactively solve problems will thrive in this role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to ask thoughtful questions, provide respectful reminders, receive constructive feedback, and communicate effectively with attorneys and team members.
• Ability to work collaboratively with legal team members, providing seamless support and fostering a positive team environment.
• Demonstrates a proactive approach to tasks, showing high initiative without the need for micromanagement.
• Eagerness to learn, adapt, and grow within a dynamic legal practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of Louisiana court rules and procedures.
• Experience with legal research and document preparation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

Skills

• Attention to detail.
• Time management and prioritization.
• Effective communication skills.
• Technology proficiency (case management systems, legal research tools).

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity for incentive compensation based on performance and firm success.
• Standard in-office schedule emphasizing close, in-person collaboration with the litigation team.
• Professional growth opportunities within a collaborative environment.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Standard in-office schedule with flexibility for a dynamic legal practice.