Senior Litigation Attorney

A law firm seeks a seasoned litigator to join its Metairie, LA, office. This role focuses on automobile and general casualty defense, handling a diverse docket of civil disputes. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of relevant experience and possess a strong academic pedigree, exceptional legal research and writing abilities, and proficiency with case-management tools.

Duties

• Manage all phases of case files, from intake through resolution

• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and legal memoranda

• Conduct thorough legal research and prepare persuasive written analyses

• Participate in and lead depositions of fact witnesses and expert witnesses

• Appear in state and federal courts to argue motions and advocate on behalf of clients

• Assist senior counsel at trial, including preparing exhibits, witness outlines, and jury instructions

• Track billable hours daily and maintain accurate time records

• Coordinate with internal support staff and paralegals to ensure timely document production and case updates

• Mentor junior attorneys and oversee the delegation of tasks to maintain workflow efficiency

Requirements

• Active license to practice law in Louisiana (must be in good standing)

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience defending automobile and general casualty cases

• Proven ability to manage heavy litigation caseloads and complex case strategies

• Demonstrated expertise in drafting and arguing motions, handling discovery, and conducting depositions

• Excellent command of Microsoft Office 365 and familiarity with electronic case-management platforms

• Outstanding legal research and writing skills, supported by a strong academic background

• Ability to travel as needed for depositions and court appearances

• Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications

• Licensed member of the Louisiana State Bar Association

• Any additional certifications (e.g., trial advocacy, deposition skills) are a plus

Skills

• Advanced legal research (LexisNexis, Westlaw) and analytical abilities

• Superior written and oral advocacy, including motion drafting and courtroom presentations

• Strong case-management and file-organization capabilities

• Proficiency in deposition strategy, witness preparation, and trial support

• Effective time management to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with peers and support staff

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Dental and health insurance options (including HSA/FSA)

• Life insurance coverage

• Paid time off and flexible spending account

• Vision insurance

• Complimentary on-site parking

This firm is renowned for its litigation practice and clients depend on its team to represent them in a wide variety of legal disputes. The firm provides experienced representation in the areas of construction law, products liability, health care, professional liability, toxic torts, first party fraud, workers compensation, commercial disputes, automobile liability, admiralty/maritime law, general casualty, and many others.