Transactional Legal Secretary

With over 235 attorneys and eight office locations in Louisiana and Texas, Kean Miller serves as legal counsel to the people and industries that drive the energy-belt economy. From our offices in Lafayette, downtown Baton Rouge, Bluebonnet- Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Lake Charles, Shreveport, Houston, and The Woodlands, Fortune 500 companies, national businesses, and local companies rely on Kean Miller for efficient legal services and practical advice, always provided in a cost-efficient manner. In the courtroom and the boardroom, Kean Miller attorneys create unique solutions, pragmatic strategies, and unparalleled value that allow our clients to perform at the highest level.

Kean Miller is seeking an experienced Transactional Legal Secretary in our Lafayette office (100% in office). 

Legal Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 3–5 years of transactional experience, with a strong background in title insurance and real estate matters
• Able to assist with compiling business transactional documentation and loan closing transactions.
• Advanced editing, meticulous formatting, and proofreading skills.
• Detail-focused and able to proofread with a high degree of accuracy, to redact and revise documents and exhibits.

Technical Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to quickly learn and utilize timekeeping, billing, redline/track changes software, and document management systems.

Administrative Requirements

• Responsible for entering conflict checks, opening files, and maintaining both electronic and physical files, including closing files per firm procedures.
• Supports attorneys with time entry management as needed.
• Prepares Attorney expense reimbursement requests, assists with Attorney calendar, and may schedule travel.

What Kean Miller Offers

We offer a people-first culture, meaningful work, competitive salaries, and an extensive benefits package that includes health, life, disability, dental, vision coverage and 401(k).

How to Apply 

Please submit a resume to [email protected] or apply through our Careers Page on our website.

All submissions are held in the strictest confidence.

Kean Miller is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all state, federal and local laws prohibiting discrimination based upon, race, color, national origin, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, or other status or activity protected by law.