Legal Assistant
Degan Blanchard And Nash•Lafayette, LA
About The Position
Degan, Blanchard & Nash (DBN) is seeking a Legal Assistant to support its attorneys and paralegals in a fast-paced legal environment. The role combines administrative support and case-management tasks, including calendar management, document organization, dictation transcription, time entry, and clerical coverage. The assistant is expected to complete work accurately and thoroughly; duties may vary based on individual circumstances and business needs.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience as a legal assistant, preferably in insurance defense or litigation.
- Proficiency in NetDocs or a similar document management system.
- Experience transcribing dictation, with a focus on accuracy and speed.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
- Strong accuracy and thoroughness in all aspects of work.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with timekeeping software.
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and manage attorneys’ calendars, including scheduling appointments, deadlines, and court dates.
- Provide backup front-desk coverage, including faxing, scanning, and other clerical duties as needed.
- Enter attorneys’ billable time accurately into the timekeeping system.
- Save and name documents appropriately in Worldox and keep files organized and accessible.
- Transcribe dictation accurately and efficiently, completing transcriptions in a timely manner.
- Provide general administrative support to attorneys and paralegals, including filing, data entry, and correspondence.
- Complete tasks with a high level of accuracy and thoroughness.
Benefits
- Life insurance coverage of $50,000 at no cost to the employee.
- Long-term disability insurance at no cost to the employee.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans through United Healthcare.
- 401(k) retirement plan with an annual discretionary match.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution.
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- Generous paid time off allotment.
- Flexible work schedules.
- Additional supplemental insurance options.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
