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Job ID#: 40731 Searching for an experienced Paralegal for successful New Orleans based firm. Candidates must have at least five years of experience in a law firm setting and experience in Insurance defense litigation is…
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Paralegal jobs in New Orleans, LA
Paralegals support attorneys by drafting documents, managing case files, conducting legal research, and preparing for filings, hearings, and trials under attorney supervision.
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$19–$41/hr
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Administrative Program Assistant Division of Children and Families--Louisiana Supreme Court The Judicial Administrator’s Office of the Louisiana Supreme Court seeks an Administrative Program Assistant to provide speciali…
Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1400 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 3…
POSITION SUMMARY Enter and retrieve information contained in computer databases using a keyboard, mouse, or trackball to update records, files, reservations, and answer inquiries from guests. Transmit information or docu…
OPD is seeking entry level staff attorneys to join our Fall 2027 new class. The Orleans Public Defenders Office provides holistic, community-based representation in New Orleans. We represent thousands of people each year…
The Administrative Assistant III is an important member of the Office of Academic Affairs and Provost core administrative staff. This person is an integral part of maintaining the operational logistics and professional s…
Job Announcement Administrative Assistant Louisiana Judicial College--Louisiana Supreme Court The Louisiana Judicial College is currently seeking a qualified individual to provide administrative coordination and support…
Merrill Wealth Management is a leading provider of comprehensive wealth management and investment products and services for individuals, companies, and institutions. Merrill Wealth Management is one of the largest busine…
firms regarding patient scheduling and treatment coordination. Maintain positive, professional relationships with attorneys, paralegals, and legal staff. Monitor appointment attendance and proactively follow up on missed…
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Operations Assistant (Patient Experience Focus) – Part-Time Location: On-site Hours: ~30 hours/week Compensation: $15–$18/hour, depending on experience and demonstrated capability About the Role We’re looking for someone…
Description gTANGIBLE Corporation (gTC), www.gtangible.com, is a C corporation and a registered Government contractor that provides services and solutions in: ~National Security Programs ~Professional, Administrative, an…
Job Description What is the opportunity? Embrace RBC Wealth Management’s core values and inclusive culture as an integral part of our branch serving financial advisors and our clients. As a Client Associate/Registered Cl…
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What paralegals earn in New Orleans
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $19–$25 | $39k–$52k |
| Mid level | $24–$32 | $50k–$66k |
| Senior | $30–$41 | $62k–$85k |
Adjusted for the New Orleans market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Legal research (Westlaw, Lexis)Drafting pleadings and discoveryE-filing and court proceduresCase management softwareDocument review and e-discoveryCalendaring and deadlinesMeticulous attention to detailClient communicationConfidentiality
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through how you manage deadlines across multiple active cases.
Describe a redundant system: court rules-based calendaring, reminders at set intervals, and double-checking computation of dates. A missed deadline story handled well is acceptable; a casual attitude is not.
What experience do you have drafting discovery and pleadings?
Be specific about documents: interrogatories, requests for production, deposition summaries, motions. Note that attorneys reviewed and signed, showing you know the supervision boundary.
How do you handle a client who asks you for legal advice?
The expected answer: acknowledge the question, explain you cannot give legal advice, and route it to the attorney promptly. This tests your understanding of unauthorized practice.
Describe your legal research process for an unfamiliar issue.
Show method: secondary sources first for orientation, then primary authority on Westlaw or Lexis, checking citations are still good law, and summarizing findings in a memo.
Tell me about preparing for a trial or major hearing.
Walk through exhibits, witness binders, subpoenas, and logistics, and how you kept the attorney supplied in the moment. Calm logistics under pressure is the trait being tested.
How do you handle confidential information, especially in a small community or firm?
Give concrete habits: clean desk, locked files, careful email addressing, and never discussing matters outside the team, plus conflict-check awareness.
What practice areas have you supported, and which do you prefer?
Be honest and map your experience to the firm's practice. Preferring their area with a reason grounded in the work reads as genuine fit.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For paralegals specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List your paralegal certificate or degree and credentials like NALA CP or ACP, plus notary commission if you hold one.
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Name your practice areas and what you actually did in each, for example drafted discovery responses in personal injury litigation.
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Show software fluency: Westlaw or Lexis, Clio, Relativity or other e-discovery platforms, and state e-filing systems.
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Quantify caseload and output: number of active matters supported, filings per month, or pages of document review handled.
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Highlight deadline and trial support work explicitly; reliability under court deadlines is the core hiring concern.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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