Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development · 1 week ago
Paralegal 1-2 (Property Unit)
Baton Rouge, LA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelThe Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is committed to developing and sustaining safe infrastructure in Louisiana. The Paralegal 1-2 will assist the Property Litigation Unit by organizing files, preparing legal documents, and supporting trial preparations to resolve property cases.
AssociationGovernmentNon Profit
Responsibilities
Prepare and support Property Litigation Unit cases by drafting legal documents (including petitions and discovery responses), organizing litigation files, and preparing trial notebooks and exhibits
Conduct legal research and manage access to legal resources, including court records, Westlaw products, and other legal software; provide access coordination and basic training as needed
Serve as Payment Processor for Public Records Requests and Damage Claims, including processing credit card payments, assisting customers, reconciling daily reports, and adhering to established financial control procedures
Coordinate document production for litigation matters, including identifying responsive records, managing duplication, and ensuring timely delivery
Gather, compile, and produce records in response to Public Records Requests in accordance with applicable laws and agency procedures
Monitor and report employee compliance with mandatory training requirements (e.g., Compliance Program, EEO, Ethics, Safety, LaGov, and DOTD training), and notify employees and supervisors of deficiencies or upcoming requirements
Serve as Safety Coordinator for assigned sections, including conducting monthly safety meetings and inspections, investigating and reporting incidents, reviewing driving records, and identifying potential workplace hazards
Perform miscellaneous duties and special projects in support of legal operations, including delivery of legal documents as assigned
Qualification
Required
Completion of an approved Paralegal or Legal Assistant program approved by the American Bar Association (ABA), or at an accredited college or university
Possession of a Certified Paralegal (CP) certification issued by the National Association of Legal Assistants, Inc
A Juris Doctorate
Disbarred attorneys and those who have permanently resigned from the practice of law in lieu of discipline may not be hired in any position in connection with the practice of law
Suspended attorneys or an attorney transferred to disability inactive status during the period of suspension may not be hired in any position in connection with the practice of law unless such hiring is first preceded by the submission of a fully executed registration statement to the Office of Disciplinary Counsel
The hiring agency is responsible for conducting the necessary background checks prior to appointment
Benefits
This position is eligible for premium pay of up to $2.00 per hour worked.
Company
Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development
administrating agency in charge of building and maintaining transportation modes and infrastructure in Louisiana.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
New Orleans CityBusiness
2025-10-13
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