Temporary Paralegal

New Orleans, LA 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 DepartmentLocation: Metairie / Greater New Orleans Area (Hybrid / On-site)Job Type: Temporary (Contract, 6-12 months)Pay Rate: $25 - $35 per hour (DOE)The RoleA 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 ResponsibilitiesPublic 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.QualificationsEducation: 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.