Paralegal - Litigation

Jones Walker LLP•New Orleans, LA

47d

About The Position

Jones Walker is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal for its New Orleans office. The position supports litigation attorneys across a wide range of matters and requires independently managing complex cases from intake through resolution. The successful candidate will take ownership of assigned matters, anticipate attorney needs, and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced litigation practice. The paralegal assists with all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, settlement, and post-judgment matters. The role includes preparing and managing case materials, coordinating document production and litigation support, tracking deadlines and filings, coordinating proceedings, communicating with case participants, and supporting matter close-out. The position also requires accurate timekeeping and meeting billable and administrative expectations. Jones Walker is a large U.S. law firm founded in 1937, with more than 350 attorneys in offices across multiple states and the District of Columbia.

Requirements

At least 5 years of litigation paralegal experience.
Strong knowledge of the litigation process, including discovery, document management, and trial support.
Ability to manage large volumes of documents, including medical records, financial records, and trial exhibits.
Strong organization and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including comfort interacting with attorneys, clients, and court personnel.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and manage assignments from multiple attorneys in a fast-paced environment.
Bachelor's degree, paralegal certificate, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant litigation experience is preferred; significant litigation paralegal experience may be considered in lieu of formal educational credentials.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Relativity is strongly preferred.
Familiarity with local, state, and federal court filing systems, including PACER/CM-ECF.
Experience with iManage and secure file-sharing platforms.
Litigation paralegal experience in a mid- to large-sized law firm.
Experience supporting trial teams through verdict, including exhibit management, witness preparation, and courtroom logistics, is strongly preferred.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Problem-solving mindset and critical thinking skills.
Self-starter with strong initiative and ability to manage tasks without constant supervision.

Responsibilities

Assist attorneys in all phases of litigation, including case intake, discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, settlement, and post-judgment matters.
Prepare, organize, and manage pleadings, discovery responses, subpoenas, exhibits, and production materials under attorney supervision.
Coordinate document production, including Bates labeling, redactions, and secure delivery to opposing counsel.
Assist with trial preparation, including exhibit management, witness files, deposition summaries, and trial binders.
Maintain and organize electronic and physical case files in firm document management systems.
Work with litigation support teams and vendors on Relativity databases, document hosting, archiving, and cost management.
Track and manage critical deadlines, court filings, and compliance with local, state, and federal court rules.
Coordinate logistics for depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, experts, and vendors.
Assist with matter close-out, including record retention, file transfers, and coordination of physical and electronic materials.
Accurately record time and meet billable and administrative expectations.
Perform other duties as assigned.