Temporary Paralegal
Recruit Staff Hire LLC
- New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
- New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
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Order: 1299819
Order Type : TempToFT
This ready-to-post temporary paralegal ad is tailored for a large municipality in the Greater New Orleans/Metairie area, emphasizing relevant local requirements like municipal liability and public records.
Job Title: Temporary / Contract Paralegal - Municipal Law Department
Location: Metairie / Greater New Orleans Area (Hybrid / On-site)
Job Type: Temporary (Contract, 6-12 months)
Pay Rate: $25 - $35 per hour (DOE)
The Role
A large local municipality is seeking a detail-oriented, experienced Temporary Paralegal to support the Law Department. This contract position will assist supervising city attorneys in handling high-volume public records requests, tort liability claims, and municipal code compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Public Records: Process, log, and redact public records requests in compliance with Louisiana Public Records Law.Litigation Support: Assist with municipal liability claims, draft correspondence, prepare legal documents, and organize case files.Research & Filing: Conduct legal research, file documents with state and federal courts, and maintain case calendars to ensure all litigation deadlines are met.Data Management: Utilize municipal legal databases and case management software to track claims and active litigation.
Qualifications
Education: Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Experience: 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience; previous in-house, insurance defense, or municipal experience is highly preferred.Local Knowledge: Solid understanding of Louisiana civil procedure, local government protocols, and public sector operations.Skills: Excellent written/verbal communication and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced public agency environment.
Sprachkenntnisse
- English
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