Full-time Legal Secretary New Orleans Defense Law Firm Needed
FLEX Staffing & Recruiting is seeking a full-time Legal Secretary  on behalf of a respected medium-sized insurance maritime defense firm in New Orleans.
The position is ideal for a motivated and detail-oriented professional who is comfortable supporting busy trial attorneys in a fast-paced litigation practice.
The firm prides itself on cultivating a supportive, team-oriented environment where legal secretaries play a critical role in case management, trial preparation, and client service. With a salary range of $55,000–$72,000, this opportunity combines competitive compensation with the chance to grow your career in litigation support.
E-File and in-person filing of legal documents in both state and federal courts, ensuring compliance with deadlines and formatting requirements.
Draft, format, edit, and proof documents, correspondence, pleadings, motions, and internal emails, ensuring adherence to firm style and court rules.
Maintain and organize physical and electronic case files; assist attorneys and paralegals with document retrieval and filing.
Support billing and time entry processes: assist attorneys in entering time, submitting expense reports, and ensuring accurate billing records.
Serve as a client-first contact: greet visitors, answer incoming calls, route communications, and maintain professional relationships with clients and opposing counsel.
Anticipate attorney and team needs; prioritize dozens of simultaneous tasks while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality and discretion.
3+ years of experience as a legal secretary in litigation defense, ideally with exposure to insurance defense, casualty or maritime defense.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and litigation support software.
Familiarity with electronic filing in Louisiana state and federal courts.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced litigation practice.
A collaborative and professional attitude, with the ability to work well with attorneys, clients, and staff.
Salary range: $55,000–$72,000 depending on experience.
Health insurance and other benefits available.
Collaborative firm culture that values work-life balance and professional growth.
This medium-sized insurance maritime defense firm offers a unique balance between professional rigor and a supportive culture. Attorneys and staff alike are committed to collaboration, mentorship, and excellence in advocacy.
Legal Secretary New Orleans Defense Law Firm
If you are a Legal Secretary seeking to build your litigation support career in a collaborative insurance maritime defense practice, we want to hear from you.
Submit your resume and cover letter confidentially through FLEX Staffing & Recruiting at: [email protected] or  www.flexstaffrecruit.com.
FLEX Staffing & Recruiting partners with law firms across Louisiana, Texas, Florida, Mississippi, and Alabama. Our mission is to connect legal professionals with firms where they can thrive — aligning talent with the right culture, career goals, experience level, work-life balance, and mentorship opportunities