Litigation Paralegal

Kenny Habetz Injury Law • Lafayette, LA

14d

About The Position

The Litigation Paralegal supports attorneys on filed cases from petition through trial or resolution. This role involves managing the litigation calendar, drafting and filing pleadings and discovery, coordinating depositions and experts, and building trial notebooks. The ideal candidate is precise, deadline-driven, and comfortable in a litigation environment, understanding the importance of timely responses and adherence to procedures.

Requirements

• 3 or more years of litigation paralegal experience
• Working knowledge of Louisiana civil procedure and state and federal e-filing
• Demonstrated ability to manage a litigation calendar without missed deadlines
• Strong legal drafting and document organization skills
• High attention to detail and comfort under deadline pressure
• Proficiency with case management and document management software

Nice To Haves

• Paralegal certificate or degree, or NALA or NFPA certification
• Plaintiff personal injury litigation experience
• Trial experience, including trial notebook preparation and onsite support
• Experience summarizing medical records and depositions
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Responsibilities

• Draft petitions, motions, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, notices, and correspondence for attorney review.
• File documents with Louisiana state and federal courts and track service of process.
• Maintain compliance with local rules, court procedures, and e-filing requirements.
• Prepare exhibits, affidavits, and supporting documentation for motion practice.
• Own the litigation calendar, including prescription dates, discovery deadlines, and court settings.
• Calendar every deadline the moment an order or notice comes in, with reminder intervals built in.
• Alert attorneys well ahead of deadlines rather than at them.
• Track continuances, scheduling orders, and pretrial conference requirements.
• Organize and index discovery, medical records, and case documents for fast retrieval.
• Summarize depositions, medical records, and voluminous productions.
• Issue and track records subpoenas and third party document requests.
• Assist with responses to written discovery and privilege review under attorney supervision.
• Coordinate depositions, including scheduling, notices, court reporters, and witness logistics.
• Communicate with experts on scheduling, materials, and report deadlines.
• Prepare trial notebooks, exhibit lists, witness lists, and demonstrative materials.
• Provide onsite trial support, including exhibit handling and witness coordination.
• Communicate with clients about deposition prep, court dates, and case posture under attorney direction.
• Coordinate with case managers on file handoff from pre-litigation into suit.
• Keep case notes and file status current in the case management system.

Benefits

• Health care plan (medical, dental, and vision)
• Retirement plan with 401(k) participation
• Critical illness and cancer ancillary plans
• Life insurance (basic, voluntary, and AD&D)
• Short term and long term disability coverage
• Paid time off, including vacation and paid holidays
• Ongoing training and professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed