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State of Louisiana

<div><div><div><div><div><b>Salary</b></div>
</div><div><div>$120,000.00 - $145,000.00 Annually</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Location
</b></div></div><div></div><div><div>Statewide, LA</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Job Type</b></div>
</div><div><div>Unclassified</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Job Number</b></div>
</div><div><div>AG(10.9.2025)AZ1</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Department</b></div>
</div><div><div>DOJ-Office of the Attorney General</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Opening Date</b></div>
</div><div><div>10/09/2025</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Closing Date</b></div>
</div><div><div>11/7/2025 11:59 PM Central</div></div></div></div></div>
<br><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About this Job
</b></h2></div><p></p><div><p>The Department of Justice, Office of Attorney General Liz Murrill, is seeking applications for an experienced Assistant Attorney General to represent the State of Louisiana in post-conviction capital proceedings. This position involves handling complex, high-stakes litigation in both state and federal court. The successful candidate will be an exceptional litigator who thrives in a high-volume, deadline driven work environment with voluminous records and who possesses the ability to identify key issues, present compelling arguments at every stage of post-conviction review, and work within a collaborative team setting.</p><p><br>
Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory background check, drug testing, and reference verifications.<br>
<br>
To Apply: Click on the &quot;Apply&rdquo; link above and complete an electronic application which may be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.<br>
<br>
Applicants may check the status of their application at any time by selecting the &quot;Application Status&quot; link after logging into their account. Below are the most common status messages and their meanings:</p><br>
<ul><li>
Application Received - Your application has been submitted successfully.</li><li>
Evaluating Experience - Your application is being reviewed by Human Resources to ensure you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.</li><li>
Eligible for Consideration - You are among a group of applicants who MAY be selected for this position.</li><li>
Referred to the Hiring Manager for Review - Your application has been delivered to the hiring manager. You may or may not be called for an interview.</li><li>
Position Filled - Someone has been selected for the position.</li><li>
Position Canceled - The agency has decided not to fill the position.</li></ul><div><br>
Resumes will be accepted as an attachment to your application however all relevant education and experience must be included at the time you apply.<br>
<br>
Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify credentials claimed prior to appointment. Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript to your online application. Transcripts may be faxed to (225) 326-6795.</div><div><br>
For further information about this vacancy, please contact:</div><div>
Abby-Grace Zeigler</div><div>
HR Generalist<br>
ZeiglerA@ag.louisiana.gov</div><div></div><div><i><br>
The Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</i></div><div><i>
 Louisiana is a </i><i>State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.</i></div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Minimum Qualifications<br>
</b></h2></div><p></p><div><br>
<ul><li>Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and admission to the Louisiana Bar (or eligibility for admission);</li><li>
At least 3-5 years of litigation experience, with substantial courtroom practice;</li><li>
Capital or post-conviction experience required;</li><li>
Exceptional oral advocacy and legal writing skills;</li><li>
Ability to manage complex cases and large volumes of records efficiently;</li><li>
Strong interpersonal skills for working with prosecutors, law enforcement, and court personnel;</li><li>
Requires regular statewide travel for hearings, oral arguments, and case coordination;</li><li>
Prior clerkship preferred (state or federal).</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Duties and Other Information<br>
</b></h2></div><p></p><div><br>
<div><b>Examples of Work:</b></div><div><br>
The position of Assistant Attorney General may consist of, but is not limited to, the following duties:</div><br>
<ul><li>
Represent the State in capital post-conviction proceedings at both the state and federal level, including evidentiary hearings and appellate argument;</li><li>
Coordinate with District Attorneys&rsquo; offices to obtain complete case files and records;</li><li>
Review trial transcripts, appellate records, investigative reports, and expert witness materials to develop litigation strategy;</li><li>
Draft responses to post-conviction petitions and habeas corpus applications, as well as procedural and substantive motions;</li><li>
Present oral arguments in state district courts and federal district courts;</li><li>
Collaborate closely with the Solicitor General&rsquo;s Office on appeals before the Louisiana Supreme Court, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, and the Supreme Court of the United States&mdash;ensuring seamless coordination when cases reach the most important and high-profile stages;</li><li>
Work closely with other attorneys, investigators, and support staff to ensure thorough preparation and effective advocacy.</li></ul></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div></div><div><div><div><p>Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.</p></div></div></div>

Assistant Attorney General/Post Conviction Relief

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC

<div><p>We're looking for an admitted attorney for an extremely promising <b>Post-Conviction</b> <b>Relief Attorney</b> position within a premier law firm with lots of room for growth. This is an opportunity for a dedicated Associate Attorney to gain valuable experience in both criminal and immigration law and further their career with an established firm in <b>Los Angeles</b>. As the Post-Conviction Relief Attorney, you will report to the Supervising Attorney. We're looking to add an attorney with previous litigation and/or appellate experience to join our team and handle post-conviction relief. The Post-Conviction Relief Attorney will manage their caseload, as well as client interaction, and can collaborate with our wonderful Post-Conviction Relief Team of Attorneys and legal assistants.</p>
<p><b>
Responsibilities</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Advise the client on their legal rights in matters and draw up legal documents about their case</li>
<li>Responsible for post-conviction relief cases, including motions to vacate, expungements, motions to reduce, early termination of probation, etc.</li>
<li>Experience with immigration law is highly desirable, but not required, as this position would have interactions with both criminal and immigration practices</li>
<li>Attend motion hearings on behalf of clients and advise clients following each hearing about the best strategies</li>
<li>Handle open criminal cases, including arraignments, pre-trials, pleas, and sentencing on behalf of other criminal attorneys within the firm</li>
<li>Manage court appearances, drafting motions, interviewing clients, and performing legal research</li>
<li>Analyze probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents</li>
<li>Manage the workload of cases</li>
<li>Provide legal analysis for clients to determine any possible case benefits</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Criminal Defense Experience or Immigration Law Experience.</li>
<li>Experience handling criminal cases at the state and local level</li>
<li>A team player who is open to helping, strategizing, and working with your fellow associates</li>
<li>Bilingual (English/Spanish) is strongly preferred, but not required</li>
<li>Interpersonal skills of the highest caliber</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Pay Range: $80,000&ndash;$120,000 per year, based on experience.</b></p>
<p>
Here at The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC, we offer benefits (medical, dental, and vision insurance), an excellent compensation package, paid parking, paid time off, and more! Come work as a Post-Conviction Relief Attorney at a growing firm with opportunities to advance and learn alongside a team of professionals within the legal industry.</p>
<p>
The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC, is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we welcome everyone regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetics. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.</p></div>

Entry level Post-Conviction Relief Attorney

<div><p>We're looking for an admitted attorney for an extremely promising <b>Post-Conviction</b> <b>Relief Attorney</b> position within a premier law firm with lots of room for growth. This is an opportunity for a dedicated Associate Attorney to gain valuable experience in both criminal and immigration law and further their career with an established firm in <b>Los Angeles</b>. As the Post-Conviction Relief Attorney, you will report to the Supervising Attorney. We're looking to add an attorney with previous litigation and/or appellate experience to join our team and handle post-conviction relief. The Post-Conviction Relief Attorney will manage their caseload, as well as client interaction, and can collaborate with our wonderful Post-Conviction Relief Team of Attorneys and legal assistants.</p>
<p><b>
Responsibilities</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Advise the client on their legal rights in matters and draw up legal documents about their case</li>
<li>Responsible for post-conviction relief cases, including motions to vacate, expungements, motions to reduce, early termination of probation, etc.</li>
<li>Experience with immigration law is highly desirable, but not required, as this position would have interactions with both criminal and immigration practices</li>
<li>Attend motion hearings on behalf of clients and advise clients following each hearing about the best strategies</li>
<li>Handle open criminal cases, including arraignments, pre-trials, pleas, and sentencing on behalf of other criminal attorneys within the firm</li>
<li>Manage court appearances, drafting motions, interviewing clients, and performing legal research</li>
<li>Analyze probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents</li>
<li>Manage the workload of cases</li>
<li>Provide legal analysis for clients to determine any possible case benefits</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Criminal Defense Experience or Immigration Law Experience</li>
<li>Experience handling criminal cases at the state and local level</li>
<li>A team player who is open to helping, strategizing, and working with your fellow associates</li>
<li>Bilingual (English/Spanish) is strongly preferred, but not required</li>
<li>Interpersonal skills of the highest caliber</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Pay Range: $85,000&ndash;$120,000 per year, based on experience.</b></p>
<p>
Here at The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC, we offer benefits (medical, dental, and vision insurance), an excellent compensation package, paid parking, paid time off, and more! Come work as a Post-Conviction Relief Attorney at a growing firm with opportunities to advance and learn alongside a team of professionals within the legal industry.</p>
<p>
The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC, is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we welcome everyone regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetics. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.</p></div>

Entry Level Immigration/Criminal Defense Attorney

Haight Brown & Bonesteel LLP

<p>Haight Brown &amp; Bonesteel LLP is seeking an attorney for the Risk Management &amp; Insurance Law Practice Group for its downtown Los Angeles office. The firm is looking for a coverage/bad faith Litigation attorney with experience handling insurance industry side coverage work and defending insurers in bad faith cases and declaratory relief litigation.</p><p>To be qualified for consideration, you should have demonstrable experience as follows:</p><ul><li>Analyzing coverage issues, researching coverage questions and writing coverage opinions for commercial, personal and specialty lines insurers.</li><li>Writing reservations of rights and coverage disclaimer letters.</li><li>Prosecuting and defending insurance declaratory relief actions.</li><li>Defending insurance bad faith actions.</li><li>Researching and drafting motions for summary judgment.</li><li>Experience in all phases of coverage/bad faith related discovery (written discovery and deposition discovery including the defense of claims professionals in deposition)</li><li>Experience in coverage/bad faith settlement procedures including mediations.</li></ul><p>Haight is a well-established (85 years) civil litigation defense law firm offering outstanding resources. We are a close-knit group of professionals who excel in our practices.</p><p>Our firm culture includes a mix of teamwork, good communication, a work/life balance and career development opportunities. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance and flexible spending accounts.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $150,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Referral program</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>How many years of experience do you have on the defense side in coverage and bad faith?</li></ul><ul><li>Are you willing to work in a position requiring a daily commute to downtown Los Angeles??</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Coverage/bad faith litigation attorney

Kimball, Tirey & St. John LLP

<div><p>We are an established real estate law firm with offices across California. We are hiring a Law and Motion Attorney to join our landlord tenant team in Los Angeles. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the firm in the filing and trying of unlawful detainer cases on behalf of our clients.</p><p>
</p><p><b>About Us:</b></p><p>
</p><p>With over 45 years in the California legal industry and six offices statewide, our firm was founded on a commitment to customer service that has flourished within our culture of inclusion and diversity. We believe in working hard for our clients each day and in taking care of our employees so they are empowered to do their very best work. It is our mission to provide the highest quality, cost-effective legal services to our clients.</p><p><b>
Compensation:</b></p><p>
$100,000-$150,000/annually</p><p><b>
Position Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Draft motions and oppositions for unlawful detainer cases, including, but not limited to oppositions to demurrers, motions to quash, motions to strike, motions to set aside judgments, motions for new trials, bankruptcy motions for relief from stay, and federal motions to remand
</li><li>Draft and negotiate stipulations and settlement agreements</li><li>
Prepare cases for trial, including drafting of trial briefs, motions in limine</li><li>
Research and advising clients on bankruptcy cases</li><li>
Perform legal research and provide recommendations to clients, staff, and fellow attorneys on legal issues
</li><li>Respond to client questions and concerns in order to increase and retain business</li><li>
Assist with occasional court appearances</li><li>
Attend local property management events to increase firm visibility and business</li></ul><p><b><br>
Required Qualifications:
</b></p><p></p><ul><li>J.D. and an active California Bar license</li><li>
2+ years&rsquo; experience as a licensed California attorney
</li><li>Admission to central district</li><li>
General overview of civil litigation</li><li>
Strong research and writing skills</li><li>
Familiarity with Lexis or other legal research software</li></ul><p><b><br>
The following qualifications are preferred:</b></p><p>
</p><ul><li>Some contact with the rental housing industry</li><li>
Landlord-tenant law experience</li><li>
Law &amp; Motion Experience preferred</li><li>
Experience with case management database(s)</li></ul><p>
</p><p><b>Schedule:</b></p><p>
Position is full-time, exempt. Our business hours are 8:30am-5:30pm Monday-Thursday, 8:30am-5:00pm Friday.</p><p>
We currently offer a hybrid/in-office/remote work model for select positions within the Firm. New hire employees who are offered a hybrid schedule will complete the majority of their onboarding and training in-office as deemed necessary for the position by the firm before transitioning to a hybrid/remote schedule, subject to approval by their supervisor.</p><p><b>
Why Work for Us?</b></p><p>
Our firm offers a rewarding work environment that values a work-life balance and fosters a culture of professional growth and opportunities. We provide a comprehensive compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, 401(k), paid vacation, and sick time.</p><p>
What employees are saying about working with us:</p><ul><li>
&ldquo;The people, atmosphere, culture, and work/life balance are great.&rdquo;</li><li>
&ldquo;I always feel included, respected, and a part of the team.&rdquo;</li><li>
&ldquo;I have been given so many opportunities to grow and have learned so much.&rdquo;</li></ul><p>
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.</p></div>

Law and Motion Attorney

Greenspoon Marder LLP

<p>Legal Assistant/Paralegal needed in our Century City office. The Legal Assistant/Paralegal plays a crucial role in supporting the Litigation practice group and boosting attorney efficiency by managing information and aiding in the delivery of legal services, including client interactions. This position demands a proactive attitude to ensure tasks are completed on time, exceptional organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and the ability to excel in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. This position will be expected to track and record their own billable time as applicable. Minimum of four years' experience as a Litigation Legal Assistant in a law firm setting. eDiscovery experience and knowledge of Relativity is a plus.</p><p><b>Duties and Responsibilities:</b></p><p>Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p><ul><li>Handle general correspondence.</li><li>File of both physical and electronic documents.</li><li>Take client calls, connecting all incoming calls, including initial screening for potential clients.</li><li>Responsible for all aspects of client intake including collection of all pertinent information, file opening, engagement documents, etc.</li><li>Schedule and coordinate meetings including videoconferences, and conference calls.</li><li>Manage attorneys&rsquo; contacts, schedule, and calendar.</li><li>Enter time for timekeeper and print reports as requested.</li><li>Process expense reports and check requests.</li><li>Track all billable and nonbillable time in 3E</li><li>Find and retrieve information from files.</li><li>Assist with follow up on AR collection.</li><li>Assist attorneys in preparation for meetings.</li><li>Prepare and finalize pleadings in accordance with applicable State and Federal rules for filing with court</li><li>Assist with document retrieval, reviews, organization, and productions</li><li>Maintain case pleadings, correspondence, and discovery</li><li>Maintain and use document, transcript, and work product databases</li><li>Prepare for depositions, i.e., prep. binders, exhibits, and all other discovery related tasks</li><li>Work with supervising attorney to organize and prepare exhibit lists and/or privilege logs</li><li>Coordinate work with outside document/litigation vendors, including adherence to strict deadlines</li><li>Coordinate and assist with trial preparations, i.e., exhibits, witness binders, and demonstratives</li><li>Provide organizational and legal support at trial, such as: assist with jury selection, presentation and maintenance of exhibits, and witness coordination.</li><li>Assist with case docketing, including court and discovery deadlines</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of client information</li><li>Provide legal and non-legal administrative support to attorneys</li><li>Other duties as assigned</li></ul><p><i>The expected salary range for this position is between $90,000 and $115,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.</i></p><p>We have great benefits, most of which are effective on your first day:</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Legal Assistant/Paralegal

LIEBMAN, QUIGLEY & SHEPPARD

<p>Small Insurance Defense firm is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant/Secretary to join our team. Individual will provide administrative support to our legal team and assist with various legal tasks, including scheduling appointments, depositions, and court hearings, maintaining Attorney calendar and on occasion, assist with the preparation of trial materials and exhibits. Perform general administrative tasks, such as answering phone calls, filing and handling of daily outgoing and incoming mail.</p><p>Applicant should have at least 2 plus years of proven experience as a Legal Secretary, knowledge of legal terminology and procedures, excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.</p><p>This is an &quot;in-office&quot; position and is part-time. (30 hours a week)</p><p>Please submit your application along with your resume for consideration.</p><p>Job Type: Part-time</p><p>Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Free parking</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Legal Secretary/Assistant

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