LEGAL ASSISTANT - Lafayette office

Laborde Earles•Lafayette, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Grow with us! We are featured in Inc. Magazine's prestigious 2023 Inc. 5,000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies List and are the 25th fastest-growing private company in the entire state of Louisiana! Do you find satisfaction in helping people and making a difference in their lives and the lives of their communities? Laborde Earles is committed to providing quality representation to our clients and being fully attentive to their needs, which starts by providing the same favorable environment for our team members. Join us in standing up for our clients, with our community, by our work, and beside each other! The Opportunity We are seeking a dedicated and personable Legal Assistant to join our Lafayette office. The ideal candidate will be passionate about delivering exceptional client service, acting as a trusted advocate when communicating with third parties on behalf of our clients. The Legal Assistant will play a key role in maintaining accurate and detailed electronic case files while supporting the Litigation Paralegals throughout the litigation process. This entry-level position is perfect for someone who is genuine, hospitable, highly organized, and able to communicate effectively with medical providers, insurance companies, and other vendors. Strong oral communication, phone etiquette, and computer skills are essential to ensuring each client receives prompt and courteous service. The role demands professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity at all times. We are looking for a cheerful, enthusiastic multi-tasker who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in helping others. Objective Serve clients and support the Litigation Paralegals during the litigation phase of all assigned matters. Desired Outcomes Accountable to provide the best possible customer service to our clients and act as their advocate when working with any third parties as directed by Litigation Paralegals. Contact third parties such as medical providers and insurance companies on behalf of the client. Accountable to ensure that all tasks assigned by Litigation Paralegals are handled as quickly, accurately, and thoughtfully as possible. Ensure all data is properly and accurately entered into client management software (Litify). Organize, save, and file all matter related documents. Draft, save, mail, fax, and/or email correspondence and supporting documents. Assist with the preparation, filing, and service of pleadings. Assist with discovery, including but not limited to, the preparation and completion of skeleton forms, assisting the Paralegal in gathering responding documents. Assist with trial preparation, including the assembly of exhibits, witness binders, and appendices for depositions and court filings. Keep track of cases expenses, including medical expenses, copy and postage charges, entering into client management software (Litify) for each client. Assist in requesting Medicare and Medicaid liens. Accountable to provide Handling Attorney support as requested and as outlined in Litify Tasks. Timely response and completion of tasks assigned by Handling Attorney and/or Paralegal. Timely completion of all Litify Matter tasks.

Requirements

Excellent oral and written communication skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Confidentiality and strong judgment
Problem analysis and problem-solving
Professionalism
Willingness to perform any/all tasks as assigned by supervisor and/or firm leadership in support of the firm’s growth and success
High school diploma or equivalent
Proficient in data entry and management
Strong computer and keyboarding experience
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Nice To Haves

Previous experience within legal, medical, or insurance industry preferred

Responsibilities

Serve clients and support the Litigation Paralegals during the litigation phase of all assigned matters.
Provide the best possible customer service to our clients and act as their advocate when working with any third parties as directed by Litigation Paralegals.
Contact third parties such as medical providers and insurance companies on behalf of the client.
Ensure that all tasks assigned by Litigation Paralegals are handled as quickly, accurately, and thoughtfully as possible.
Ensure all data is properly and accurately entered into client management software (Litify).
Organize, save, and file all matter related documents.
Draft, save, mail, fax, and/or email correspondence and supporting documents.
Assist with the preparation, filing, and service of pleadings.
Assist with discovery, including but not limited to, the preparation and completion of skeleton forms, assisting the Paralegal in gathering responding documents.
Assist with trial preparation, including the assembly of exhibits, witness binders, and appendices for depositions and court filings.
Keep track of cases expenses, including medical expenses, copy and postage charges, entering into client management software (Litify) for each client.
Assist in requesting Medicare and Medicaid liens.
Provide Handling Attorney support as requested and as outlined in Litify Tasks.
Timely response and completion of tasks assigned by Handling Attorney and/or Paralegal.
Timely completion of all Litify Matter tasks.

Benefits

Optional companywide events allowing you to play as hard as you work, such as Crawfish Boils, Christmas parties, Retreats, and more!
Work-life balance is encouraged as we consider 36.5 hours your full-time requirement and we rarely exceed a 40-hour workweek. We prefer you work to live, not live to work.
We celebrate life's little (& big) moments with you from birthdays & work anniversaries to marriages and births, as well as, support you when the going gets tough from procedures/hospitalizations to loss of a loved one.
Collaboration and team member rapport is cheered and emboldened.
Company-paid Short-term disability & Life/AD&D
Health, vision, dental, long-term disability, critical illness, and additional life insurance policies upon eligibility waiting periods
401(k) upon eligibility waiting periods
PTO, paid holidays (10), and paid maternity leave
Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), including dependent care
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).