Paralegal/Legal Assistant

\*HOURLY PAY BASED ON EXPERIENCE AND IS NEGOTIABLE\* We are looking for an experienced full-time paralegal or legal assistant for a busy small-staff law firm. We are a plaintiff law firm specializing in personal injury, business litigation and estate law. The ability to multitask and quickly adapt are necessary. Experience desired: typing/filing basic legal documents; drafting & filing motions; working with court systems; answering phones & screening potential clients. Familiarity with business litigation, estate planning, and personal injury is a plus. English language proficiency and professional demeanor required. Work schedule is Mon-Fri, approximately 8:30-5pm. The applicant should possess the following skill set: * Excellent Time Management & Organization Skills * Ability to Independently Manage Files & be a Team Player * Willingness to follow Systems & Processes * Proactive Attitude & Approach to Case Handling * Excellent Research, Writing & Verbal Communication Skills * Commitment to going “Above & Beyond” for the Client This candidate should feel comfortable with: * Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Dropbox; * E-filing and fax filing in all courts; * Summarizing medical records, depositions, discovery responses and documents produced; and * Speaking with clients and witnesses (both expert and fact), conducting research, maintaining case files, and completing other ad-hoc requests, as needed. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent Job Type: Full-time Salary is commensurate with experience. Health insurance and 401(k) benefits are offered with full-time employment upon eligibility. Application Questions: 1. How many years of litigation experience do you have? 2. How many years of Paralegal experience do you have? 3. Are you in Slidell, LA 70458? 4. Do you have a Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal certification? 5. Do you have a Driver's License? 6. Do you speak English? 7. Are you authorized to work in the following country: United States? Work Remotely * No Job Type: Full-time Benefits: * 401(k) * Health insurance * Paid time off Schedule: * Monday to Friday Education: * Bachelors (Preferred) Experience: * 1-3 years (Preferred) Work Location: One location Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $17.00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * Health insurance * Paid time off Experience: * Legal: 1 year (Preferred) * Microsoft Office: 2 years (Preferred) Work Location: In person