Critical to Everything We Do.
In the legal profession, success is a team sport. And working alongside the BSW attorneys is a highly trained, well-organized support staff that keeps our firm running effectively and efficiently. From legal assistance to research and information technology, there are many opportunities to apply your talents and skills—to become part of a respected legal team.
To help ensure your success, we offer a comprehensive training program that includes workshops on legal writing and presentation skills; internal and external continuing education programs; and firm and departmental lunches/discussion forums. Your commitment will be rewarded with one of the most generous compensation and benefit packages in our local markets. In addition to competitive salaries, we provide life, medical, dental, and disability insurance; a 401 (k) tax-deferred savings plan; certain bar association membership fees; and the cost of attendance at continuing legal education programs.
Career Opportunities
Litigation Legal Secretary
Litigation Legal Secretary needed for our Baton Rouge office. Candidates should have a minimum of five years working experience as a legal secretary with a solid job history. Candidates should be proficient in Word 10 and Outlook and able to work M-F from 8:30 to 5. Candidates should be able to multi-task and maintain a positive attitude.
The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. If interested, please submit your resume and salary requirements to careers@bswllp.com.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Excellent dictation, typing, proof reading and redlining skills
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Maintaining attorney calendars
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Knowledge of filing documents in various courts
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Organizing and maintaining both electronic and paper files
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Opening and closing client files
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Entering attorney time
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Editing bills
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Processing check request and expense reports
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Other administrative duties as needed
Litigation Paralegal
Established law firm seeking paralegal with litigation experience for the Baton Rouge office. The ideal candidate would have experience in construction, labor, or employment law, but this is not mandatory. May consider licensed attorneys or recent law school graduates looking for atypical opportunities to learn and grow in a law firm setting.
Competitive salary and benefit package, paid parking, paid time off, profit sharing and 401K. Qualified candidates please send resume to: careers@bswllp.com.
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Litigation experience, ideally managing a large caseload
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Competent with local and federal court filings and procedures
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Expert computer skills
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Ability to maintain an organized work environment
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Ability to manage voluminous files; heavy document management
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Ability to communicate verbally and in writing using proper grammar
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Ability to excel in high pressure situations
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Ability to follow up on tasks until completed
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Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
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Ability to work with minimal supervision
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Initiative to anticipate additional needs before they arise
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Possesses a positive, professional attitude at all times
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Reliable and able to work 8:30 to 5 and overtime
Breazeale, Sachse & Wilson LLP is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all applicable state, federal, and local laws and strictly prohibits, and does not tolerate, discrimination against employees, applicants, and others based upon race, color, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, transsexual status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, religion, creed, genetic tests or genetic information, sickle cell trait, or any other status, characteristic, or activity protected by applicable law. This applies to all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, discipline, and discharge.
