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New Orleans

Address
201 St. Charles Avenue
Suite 3600
New Orleans, LA 70170
Contact
T: 504.566.5200
F: 504.636.4000
Email: contact@bakerdonelson.com

Office Information


The New Orleans office of Baker Donelson was founded on February 14, 2004 by 14 outstanding lawyers from two different law firms.

Today the Firm, which has a presence in the city's Central Business District, as well as in Mandeville, a burgeoning community north of Lake Pontchartrain, and in Baton Rouge, boasts more than 70 top-notch Louisiana attorneys who act as trusted advisors and advocates to businesses and business people.  

The lawyers of the New Orleans office provide a full array of business legal services, and have received particular recognition in the fields of commercial litigation, bankruptcy and creditors' rights, construction, health care, real estate transactions and litigation, railroad, admiralty, maritime financing, oil and gas and labor and employment. Attorneys in this office are routinely recognized nationally in Chambers USA: America's Leading Business Lawyers, Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers, and locally in New Orleans Magazine Top Lawyers, as well as City Business Leaders in Law and Women in Leadership. 

The office is well known for its culture and its commitment to the community. The lawyers and staff consider themselves members of a family, and focus on helping each other and the greater New Orleans community. Members of the Baker Donelson office serve as board members, volunteers and supporters for numerous charitable organizations, including Ozanam Inn, Second Harvest, the Ronald McDonald House, the National World War II Museum and the Homeless Experience Legal Protection project. They hold leadership positions in numerous national and local bar and business associations as well.

The lawyers, paralegals, assistants and those other valuable office members who support them work together to put the Firm's clients first as they carry out their daily routines. This over-arching mission contributes to our culture of unparalleled client service.

Legal Support Coordinator - New Orleans

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC has an opening for a Litigation Legal Support Coordinator in its New Orleans office. Ideal candidate will have a high level of legal experience and administrative experience, exceptional communication and organizational skills and the ability to work effectively within a group or independently. Candidate should be proficient in MS Word (high priority), Outlook and Excel and type a minimum of 65 words per minute with high accuracy. The candidate should be detail oriented, a self-starter with excellent problem solving skills and able to work well in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include:

  • Maintaining calendars with litigation dates and deadlines, as well as other necessary dates;
  • Prioritizing and executing tasks quickly and accurately;
  • Formatting and setting up documents, including pleadings, briefs, correspondence, and other legal documents;
  • Preparing shell documents for attorneys in relation to discovery, orders, motions, trials and other proceedings;
  • Filing litigation documents with state and federal courts – knowledge of electronic filing is required;
  • Handling a high volume of proofreading;
  • Updating and maintaining files, physical and electronic;
  • Time entry, Processing client bills, conducting client conflict checks, transcribing dictation;
  • Reviewing vendor invoices and processing for payment;
  • Assisting attorneys and paralegals in preparation for hearings, mediations, arbitrations and trials.

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes accepted only for job posted. Please click here to apply.

Thank you for submitting your resume.   After our hiring committee has had a chance to review all candidates for this position, we will reach out to only those that will be moving on to the next step in our recruiting process.  We appreciate your interest in the position and will contact you if further action is necessary.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and all employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression and marital status.

Experienced Litigation Paralegal - Any Office Location

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, P.C. has an immediate opening for an experienced Litigation Paralegal. This position may be based at any office location within the Firm's footprint. The position offers flexibility, including the opportunity to work remotely, with occasional travel to one of our offices required for training, trial preparation, and other in-person events.

Qualified candidates must possess a bachelor's degree and/or a paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program, along with a minimum of five years of litigation experience. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to work independently and will demonstrate strong experience in managing, organizing, and reviewing complex litigation documents, including proficiency in Relativity or similar document review platforms. Familiarity with collaboration and productivity tools such as Microsoft Teams and Asana is strongly preferred.

The Litigation Paralegal will provide comprehensive support to trial counsel across all stages of litigation, from initial investigation through trial and resolution. Responsibilities include drafting correspondence, pleadings, discovery materials, and other litigation-related documents; conducting thorough factual investigations; assisting attorneys in preparation for depositions, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials; and providing direct support during trial proceedings.

Candidates should be proficient with electronic and paper filing procedures in both state and federal courts, possess a thorough working knowledge of relevant court rules, and be adept at navigating court websites and conducting effective legal research.

Strong organizational abilities, excellent interpersonal skills, and effective oral and written communication are critical to success in this role. The ability to efficiently manage multiple projects and priorities for different attorneys simultaneously is essential. Additionally, candidates must be willing to work overtime and travel for trials as required. Prior experience accurately recording billable hours is necessary.

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes only accepted for job posted. Please click here to apply.

Thank you for submitting your resume.  After our hiring committee has had a chance to review all candidates for this position, we will reach out to only those that will be moving on to the next step in our recruiting process.  We appreciate your interest in the position and will contact you if further action is necessary.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and all employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression and marital status.

Baker Donelson offers a comprehensive benefits package to qualifying employees that includes, but is not limited to, the following:

·       Health Insurance

·       Dental Insurance

·       Vision Insurance

·       Life Insurance

·       Long-Term Disability Insurance

·       Paid medical leave

·       New Parent Benefits

·       Paid Time Off

·       401(k) Matching

The salary range for New Jersey applicants is $85,000 - $97,500

Litigation Attorney – New Orleans (#802)

The New Orleans office of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, P.C. seeks a litigation attorney with two or more years of litigation experience, ideally tort litigation and insurance defense, for a non-shareholder track position. Academically distinguished applicants who have excellent written and oral advocacy skills, exceptional research and writing skills, and experience drafting and arguing motions; taking and defending depositions; evaluating, interviewing, and deposing experts; and running files autonomously are sought to assume responsibility in an active litigation practice. Trial experience in state and federal court is preferred. Louisiana law license required. For consideration, please click here. Please include your resume, cover letter, and law school transcript with your application.

Litigation Associate – New Orleans (#801)

The New Orleans office of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, P.C. seeks an associate with 2-5 years of complex commercial litigation experience. Academically distinguished applicants who have excellent writing and analytical skills; experience in the development and discovery of expert witnesses; and deposition, discovery and motion practice experience are sought to assume responsibility in an active litigation practice. We seek a bright, hardworking associate with good judgment and attention to detail. Louisiana law license required. For consideration, please click here. Please include your resume, cover letter, and law school transcript with your application.

Office Administrator - New Orleans

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC, a law firm with over 650 attorneys throughout the United States, has an employment opportunity for an Office Administrator in our New Orleans office. The position will be responsible for the day-to-day administrative operations of our New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Mandeville offices.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

  • General management of each of the above listed offices, including tactical planning and maintaining the highest standards of service and quality.
  • Office financial management, including planning, budgeting, accounts receivable and other financial functions, in coordination with the Firm Finance Department.
  • Management of Human Resources functions, including recruitment, maintenance of staffing plans and acceptable staffing ratios.
  • Facilities Management: including space planning/design, and facilitation of all office functions and services.
  • Coordination with Firm IT department on systems management.
  • Coordination with the Firm Marketing Department on office specific marketing and PR functions.
  • Physical presence in the office is an essential duty of this position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

  • Team building and engagement skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and employees using management skills.
  • Must have the ability to uncover, understand, analyze and resolve problems.
  • Must have the ability to interact professionally with members of the firm’s management team, the Office Managing Shareholder, attorneys, paralegals, administrative personnel and staff.
  • Work occasionally requires a high level of mental effort and strain when managing multiple projects and requests. A law office is a “demanding” environment in which client needs often dictate immediate problem resolution and resources.
  • Must show initiative, be proactive and maintain standards of service and quality as set out above.
  • Work occasionally requires irregular hours and/or more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential functions of the position.

A minimum of five years' service in a supervisory position in the Professional Services Industry and a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or other related field is preferred. 

We offer competitive compensation and benefits in a challenging and rewarding working environment.

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes will only be accepted for the job posted. Please click here to apply.

Thank you for submitting your resume. After our hiring committee has had a chance to review all candidates for this position, we will reach out to only those that will be moving on to the next step in our recruiting process. We appreciate your interest in the position and will contact you if further action is necessary.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and all employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression and marital status.

Technical Specialist - Any Office Location

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC has an immediate opening for a Technical Specialist within the Firm’s Client Solutions Group. This position may be based in any office location within the Firm’s footprint.

Our Firm

With a 130-year legacy, Baker Donelson offers highly qualified professionals the opportunity to join a collaborative, client-focused team that is committed to delivering exceptional results across a broad spectrum of legal and policy matters. Our more than 700 attorneys and public policy advisors, connected across 20+ offices and 30 practice areas provide seamless, knowledgeable guidance to clients in over 90 countries, leveraging deep industry expertise and a robust support structure. At Baker Donelson, we prioritize a deep understanding of our clients’ businesses, enabling us to anticipate needs and serve as trusted business partners. Our culture is defined by a commitment to inclusion and innovation, supported by advanced technology and comprehensive professional development. Join us and become part of a dynamic environment where your skills and perspectives are valued, and where you can make a meaningful impact on clients’ success and your own professional growth.

The Client Solutions Group

This position is in Baker Donelson’s Client Solutions Group. The Client Solutions Group (CSG) is a close-knit collective of lawyers, technologists, and consultants who work side by side to reinvent how legal services are delivered. Built on more than two decades of industry-defining firsts—from proprietary project-management tools to AI-driven drafting and diligence—we relentlessly pursue fresh ideas that translate into measurable data-driven client value. As part of our team, you will collaborate with nationally recognized experts in technology, data analytics, pricing, project management, process improvement, knowledge management, and legal operations to design bespoke solutions for leading corporate legal departments, while building direct relationships and engaging with client teams. We nurture a culture that prizes curiosity, celebrates every voice, and accelerates professional growth, ensuring your innovations receive the spotlight they deserve. If you are ready to shape the next chapter of legal service delivery, we invite you to join us and transform possibility into practice.

  • The Technical Specialist designs, implements, and maintains secure, high-performing SharePoint Online and M365-based intranet and client collaboration solutions, partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to gather requirements, integrate firm systems, and ensure ongoing quality, compliance, and user adoption. Leveraging strong analytical and vendor-management skills, the role delivers frontline technical support, reporting, and training while continuously enhancing functionality and governance to optimize the firm’s legal practice technology ecosystem. The Technical Specialist reports to the Director of Legal Technology Solutions and will interact with internal and external clients.
  • Key Responsibilities. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
    • Design and Develop Collaborative Solutions. Lead the creation and enhancement of intranet and client collaboration sites using SharePoint Online, Power Automate, Power Apps, and M365 tools, ensuring solutions meet evolving business needs.
    • Maintain and Support Site Functionality. Oversee regular site maintenance, troubleshoot technical issues, and collaborate with development teams to implement new features and updates, ensuring seamless user experiences.
    • Ensure Security and Compliance. Manage security settings and governance for all collaboration platforms, perform regular security checks, and uphold firm policies to protect sensitive information.
    • Drive Integration and Vendor Collaboration. Partner with internal departments and external vendors to integrate systems and databases, support legal technology applications, and coordinate software upgrades and customizations.
    • Promote User Engagement and Quality. Deliver training, provide front-line support, run usage reports, and monitor quality control to maximize site effectiveness and user satisfaction.
    • And other responsibilities as assigned.
  • Qualifications (Experience and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities).

Experience and Knowledge

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in a relevant field
  • Two to three years of prior business or law-firm experience

Skills

  • Strong organizational skills
  • Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
  • Strong documentation, research, and analytical skills with keen attention to detail
  • Strong project-management, creative problem-solving, and quality-control skills
  • Proficiency with productivity software, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint Online, Power Automate, Power Apps, and other M365 tools

Abilities

  • Adaptability, flexibility, and sustained effectiveness during change
  • “Do whatever it takes” attitude and willingness to take a hands-on approach to projects
  • Goal-oriented mindset
  • Capacity to coordinate multiple large projects simultaneously
  • Capability to perform effectively under tight and shifting deadlines while handling complex assignments
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Professional demeanor and attitude
  • Location/Hybrid/Remote Work. This position may be based in any office location within the Firm's footprint. This position offers flexibility, including the opportunity to work under a hybrid/remote model.
  • Compensation, Benefits, and Resources.

We understand the invaluable role that intelligent and motivated individuals play in the success of our Firm and serving our clients, so we look for the best and brightest. Our employees enjoy competitive compensation, generous benefits, corporate discounts and a working environment of belonging.

Baker Donelson’s comprehensive benefits package includes, but is not limited to, the following: 

  • Health Insurance 
  • Dental Insurance 
  • Vision Insurance 
  • Life Insurance 
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance 
  • Paid medical leave 
  • New Parent Benefits 
  • Paid Time Off 
  • 401(k) Matching 

Baker Donelson knows that the happiest and most engaged employees are employees who feel supported. When you are able to take time to enjoy life outside of the office, you are able to focus on providing excellent service to clients and one another while at work. That is why we take great measures to provide our employees with programs and perks that help guide them in their wellness journeys, including many personal and professional resources.

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes only accepted for job posted. Please click here to apply.

Thank you for submitting your resume. After our hiring committee has had a chance to review candidates for this position, we will reach out to only those that will be moving on to the next step in our recruiting process.  We appreciate your interest in the position and will contact you if further action is necessary.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and all employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression and marital status.

For positions in Baltimore, Maryland, Washington, D.C., and New Jersey, the salary range for this posting is:  $60,000 - $70,000.

The range for this position will be based on information collected during the interview process. The amount will depend on several considerations such as your experience, skills, our current business needs, and market conditions. Salary is only one part of the overall compensation package. Candidates may also be eligible for other comprehensive medical and financial benefits and resources, including 401(k) participation and paid time off. If an offer is extended, additional information around benefits will be provided.

Executive Coordinator - Any Office Location

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC has an immediate opening for an Executive Coordinator within the Firm’s Client Solutions Group. This position may be based in any office location within the Firm’s footprint.

Our Firm

With a 130-year legacy, Baker Donelson offers highly qualified professionals the opportunity to join a collaborative, client-focused team that is committed to delivering exceptional results across a broad spectrum of legal and policy matters. Our more than 700 attorneys and public policy advisors, connected across 20+ offices and 30 practice areas provide seamless, knowledgeable guidance to clients in over 90 countries, leveraging deep industry expertise and a robust support structure. At Baker Donelson, we prioritize a deep understanding of our clients’ businesses, enabling us to anticipate needs and serve as trusted business partners. Our culture is defined by a commitment to inclusion and innovation, supported by advanced technology and comprehensive professional development. Join us and become part of a dynamic environment where your skills and perspectives are valued, and where you can make a meaningful impact on clients’ success and your own professional growth.

The Client Solutions Group

This position is in Baker Donelson’s Client Solutions Group. The Client Solutions Group (CSG) is a close-knit collective of lawyers, technologists, and consultants who work side by side to reinvent how legal services are delivered. Built on more than two decades of industry-defining firsts—from proprietary project-management tools to AI-driven drafting and diligence—we relentlessly pursue fresh ideas that translate into measurable data-driven client value. As part of our team, you will collaborate with nationally recognized experts in technology, data analytics, pricing, project management, process improvement, knowledge management, and legal operations to design bespoke solutions for leading corporate legal departments, while building direct relationships and engaging with client teams. We nurture a culture that prizes curiosity, celebrates every voice, and accelerates professional growth, ensuring your innovations receive the spotlight they deserve. If you are ready to shape the next chapter of legal service delivery, we invite you to join us and transform possibility into practice.

  • The Technical Specialist designs, implements, and maintains secure, high-performing SharePoint Online and M365-based intranet and client collaboration solutions, partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to gather requirements, integrate firm systems, and ensure ongoing quality, compliance, and user adoption. Leveraging strong analytical and vendor-management skills, the role delivers frontline technical support, reporting, and training while continuously enhancing functionality and governance to optimize the firm’s legal practice technology ecosystem. The Technical Specialist reports to the Director of Legal Technology Solutions and will interact with internal and external clients.
  • Key Responsibilities. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
    • Design and Develop Collaborative Solutions. Lead the creation and enhancement of intranet and client collaboration sites using SharePoint Online, Power Automate, Power Apps, and M365 tools, ensuring solutions meet evolving business needs.
    • Maintain and Support Site Functionality. Oversee regular site maintenance, troubleshoot technical issues, and collaborate with development teams to implement new features and updates, ensuring seamless user experiences.
    • Ensure Security and Compliance. Manage security settings and governance for all collaboration platforms, perform regular security checks, and uphold firm policies to protect sensitive information.
    • Drive Integration and Vendor Collaboration. Partner with internal departments and external vendors to integrate systems and databases, support legal technology applications, and coordinate software upgrades and customizations.
    • Promote User Engagement and Quality. Deliver training, provide front-line support, run usage reports, and monitor quality control to maximize site effectiveness and user satisfaction.
    • And other responsibilities as assigned.
  • Qualifications (Experience and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities).

Experience and Knowledge

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in a relevant field
  • Two to three years of prior business or law-firm experience

Skills

  • Strong organizational skills
  • Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
  • Strong documentation, research, and analytical skills with keen attention to detail
  • Strong project-management, creative problem-solving, and quality-control skills
  • Proficiency with productivity software, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint Online, Power Automate, Power Apps, and other M365 tools

Abilities

  • Adaptability, flexibility, and sustained effectiveness during change
  • “Do whatever it takes” attitude and willingness to take a hands-on approach to projects
  • Goal-oriented mindset
  • Capacity to coordinate multiple large projects simultaneously
  • Capability to perform effectively under tight and shifting deadlines while handling complex assignments
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Professional demeanor and attitude
  • Location/Hybrid/Remote Work. This position may be based in any office location within the Firm's footprint. This position offers flexibility, including the opportunity to work under a hybrid/remote model.
  • Compensation, Benefits, and Resources.

We understand the invaluable role that intelligent and motivated individuals play in the success of our Firm and serving our clients, so we look for the best and brightest. Our employees enjoy competitive compensation, generous benefits, corporate discounts and a working environment of belonging.

Baker Donelson’s comprehensive benefits package includes, but is not limited to, the following: 

  • Health Insurance 
  • Dental Insurance 
  • Vision Insurance 
  • Life Insurance 
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance 
  • Paid medical leave 
  • New Parent Benefits 
  • Paid Time Off 
  • 401(k) Matching 

Baker Donelson knows that the happiest and most engaged employees are employees who feel supported. When you are able to take time to enjoy life outside of the office, you are able to focus on providing excellent service to clients and one another while at work. That is why we take great measures to provide our employees with programs and perks that help guide them in their wellness journeys, including many personal and professional resources.

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes only accepted for job posted. Please click here to apply.

Thank you for submitting your resume. After our hiring committee has had a chance to review candidates for this position, we will reach out to only those that will be moving on to the next step in our recruiting process.  We appreciate your interest in the position and will contact you if further action is necessary.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and all employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression and marital status.

For positions in Baltimore, Maryland, Washington, D.C., and New Jersey, the salary range for this posting is:  $60,000 - $70,000.

The range for this position will be based on information collected during the interview process. The amount will depend on several considerations such as your experience, skills, our current business needs, and market conditions. Salary is only one part of the overall compensation package. Candidates may also be eligible for other comprehensive medical and financial benefits and resources, including 401(k) participation and paid time off. If an offer is extended, additional information around benefits will be provided.

Legal Process Engineer - Any Office Location

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC has an immediate opening for a Legal Process Engineer within the Firm’s Client Solutions Group. This position may be based in any office location within the Firm’s footprint.

Our Firm

With a 130-year legacy, Baker Donelson offers highly qualified professionals the opportunity to join a collaborative, client-focused team that is committed to delivering exceptional results across a broad spectrum of legal and policy matters. Our more than 700 attorneys and public policy advisors, connected across 20+ offices and 30 practice areas provide seamless, knowledgeable guidance to clients in over 90 countries, leveraging deep industry expertise and a robust support structure. At Baker Donelson, we prioritize a deep understanding of our clients’ businesses, enabling us to anticipate needs and serve as trusted business partners. Our culture is defined by a commitment to inclusion and innovation, supported by advanced technology and comprehensive professional development. Join us and become part of a dynamic environment where your skills and perspectives are valued, and where you can make a meaningful impact on clients’ success and your own professional growth.

The Client Solutions Group

This position is in Baker Donelson’s Client Solutions Group. The Client Solutions Group (CSG) is a close-knit collective of lawyers, technologists, and consultants who work side by side to reinvent how legal services are delivered. Built on more than two decades of industry-defining firsts—from proprietary project-management tools to AI-driven drafting and diligence—we relentlessly pursue fresh ideas that translate into measurable data-driven client value. As part of our team, you will collaborate with nationally recognized experts in technology, data analytics, pricing, project management, process improvement, knowledge management, and legal operations to design bespoke solutions for leading corporate legal departments, while building direct relationships and engaging with client teams. We nurture a culture that prizes curiosity, celebrates every voice, and accelerates professional growth, ensuring your innovations receive the spotlight they deserve. If you are ready to shape the next chapter of legal service delivery, we invite you to join us and transform possibility into practice.

  • The Technical Specialist designs, implements, and maintains secure, high-performing SharePoint Online and M365-based intranet and client collaboration solutions, partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to gather requirements, integrate firm systems, and ensure ongoing quality, compliance, and user adoption. Leveraging strong analytical and vendor-management skills, the role delivers frontline technical support, reporting, and training while continuously enhancing functionality and governance to optimize the firm’s legal practice technology ecosystem. The Technical Specialist reports to the Director of Legal Technology Solutions and will interact with internal and external clients.
  • Key Responsibilities. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
    • Design and Develop Collaborative Solutions. Lead the creation and enhancement of intranet and client collaboration sites using SharePoint Online, Power Automate, Power Apps, and M365 tools, ensuring solutions meet evolving business needs.
    • Maintain and Support Site Functionality. Oversee regular site maintenance, troubleshoot technical issues, and collaborate with development teams to implement new features and updates, ensuring seamless user experiences.
    • Ensure Security and Compliance. Manage security settings and governance for all collaboration platforms, perform regular security checks, and uphold firm policies to protect sensitive information.
    • Drive Integration and Vendor Collaboration. Partner with internal departments and external vendors to integrate systems and databases, support legal technology applications, and coordinate software upgrades and customizations.
    • Promote User Engagement and Quality. Deliver training, provide front-line support, run usage reports, and monitor quality control to maximize site effectiveness and user satisfaction.
    • And other responsibilities as assigned.
  • Qualifications (Experience and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities).

Experience and Knowledge

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in a relevant field
  • Two to three years of prior business or law-firm experience

Skills

  • Strong organizational skills
  • Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
  • Strong documentation, research, and analytical skills with keen attention to detail
  • Strong project-management, creative problem-solving, and quality-control skills
  • Proficiency with productivity software, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint Online, Power Automate, Power Apps, and other M365 tools

Abilities

  • Adaptability, flexibility, and sustained effectiveness during change
  • “Do whatever it takes” attitude and willingness to take a hands-on approach to projects
  • Goal-oriented mindset
  • Capacity to coordinate multiple large projects simultaneously
  • Capability to perform effectively under tight and shifting deadlines while handling complex assignments
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Professional demeanor and attitude
  • Location/Hybrid/Remote Work. This position may be based in any office location within the Firm's footprint. This position offers flexibility, including the opportunity to work under a hybrid/remote model.
  • Compensation, Benefits, and Resources.

We understand the invaluable role that intelligent and motivated individuals play in the success of our Firm and serving our clients, so we look for the best and brightest. Our employees enjoy competitive compensation, generous benefits, corporate discounts and a working environment of belonging.

Baker Donelson’s comprehensive benefits package includes, but is not limited to, the following: 

  • Health Insurance 
  • Dental Insurance 
  • Vision Insurance 
  • Life Insurance 
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance 
  • Paid medical leave 
  • New Parent Benefits 
  • Paid Time Off 
  • 401(k) Matching 

Baker Donelson knows that the happiest and most engaged employees are employees who feel supported. When you are able to take time to enjoy life outside of the office, you are able to focus on providing excellent service to clients and one another while at work. That is why we take great measures to provide our employees with programs and perks that help guide them in their wellness journeys, including many personal and professional resources.

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes only accepted for job posted. Please click here to apply.

Thank you for submitting your resume. After our hiring committee has had a chance to review candidates for this position, we will reach out to only those that will be moving on to the next step in our recruiting process.  We appreciate your interest in the position and will contact you if further action is necessary.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and all employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression and marital status.

For positions in Baltimore, Maryland, Washington, D.C., and New Jersey, the salary range for this posting is:  $85,000 – $95,000.

The range for this position will be based on information collected during the interview process. The amount will depend on several considerations such as your experience, skills, our current business needs, and market conditions. Salary is only one part of the overall compensation package. Candidates may also be eligible for other comprehensive medical and financial benefits and resources, including 401(k) participation and paid time off. If an offer is extended, additional information around benefits will be provided.

Legal Project Manager - Any Office Location

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC has an immediate opening for a Legal Project Manager within the Firm’s Client Solutions Group. This position may be based in any office location within the Firm’s footprint.

Our Firm

With a 130-year legacy, Baker Donelson offers highly qualified professionals the opportunity to join a collaborative, client-focused team that is committed to delivering exceptional results across a broad spectrum of legal and policy matters. Our more than 700 attorneys and public policy advisors, connected across 20+ offices and 30 practice areas provide seamless, knowledgeable guidance to clients in over 90 countries, leveraging deep industry expertise and a robust support structure. At Baker Donelson, we prioritize a deep understanding of our clients’ businesses, enabling us to anticipate needs and serve as trusted business partners. Our culture is defined by a commitment to inclusion and innovation, supported by advanced technology and comprehensive professional development. Join us and become part of a dynamic environment where your skills and perspectives are valued, and where you can make a meaningful impact on clients’ success and your own professional growth.

The Client Solutions Group

This position is in Baker Donelson’s Client Solutions Group. The Client Solutions Group (CSG) is a close-knit collective of lawyers, technologists, and consultants who work side by side to reinvent how legal services are delivered. Built on more than two decades of industry-defining firsts—from proprietary project-management tools to AI-driven drafting and diligence—we relentlessly pursue fresh ideas that translate into measurable data-driven client value. As part of our team, you will collaborate with nationally recognized experts in technology, data analytics, pricing, project management, process improvement, knowledge management, and legal operations to design bespoke solutions for leading corporate legal departments, while building direct relationships and engaging with client teams. We nurture a culture that prizes curiosity, celebrates every voice, and accelerates professional growth, ensuring your innovations receive the spotlight they deserve. If you are ready to shape the next chapter of legal service delivery, we invite you to join us and transform possibility into practice.

  • The Technical Specialist designs, implements, and maintains secure, high-performing SharePoint Online and M365-based intranet and client collaboration solutions, partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to gather requirements, integrate firm systems, and ensure ongoing quality, compliance, and user adoption. Leveraging strong analytical and vendor-management skills, the role delivers frontline technical support, reporting, and training while continuously enhancing functionality and governance to optimize the firm’s legal practice technology ecosystem. The Technical Specialist reports to the Director of Legal Technology Solutions and will interact with internal and external clients.
  • Key Responsibilities. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
    • Design and Develop Collaborative Solutions. Lead the creation and enhancement of intranet and client collaboration sites using SharePoint Online, Power Automate, Power Apps, and M365 tools, ensuring solutions meet evolving business needs.
    • Maintain and Support Site Functionality. Oversee regular site maintenance, troubleshoot technical issues, and collaborate with development teams to implement new features and updates, ensuring seamless user experiences.
    • Ensure Security and Compliance. Manage security settings and governance for all collaboration platforms, perform regular security checks, and uphold firm policies to protect sensitive information.
    • Drive Integration and Vendor Collaboration. Partner with internal departments and external vendors to integrate systems and databases, support legal technology applications, and coordinate software upgrades and customizations.
    • Promote User Engagement and Quality. Deliver training, provide front-line support, run usage reports, and monitor quality control to maximize site effectiveness and user satisfaction.
    • And other responsibilities as assigned.
  • Qualifications (Experience and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities).

Experience and Knowledge

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in a relevant field
  • Two to three years of prior business or law-firm experience

Skills

  • Strong organizational skills
  • Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
  • Strong documentation, research, and analytical skills with keen attention to detail
  • Strong project-management, creative problem-solving, and quality-control skills
  • Proficiency with productivity software, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint Online, Power Automate, Power Apps, and other M365 tools

Abilities

  • Adaptability, flexibility, and sustained effectiveness during change
  • “Do whatever it takes” attitude and willingness to take a hands-on approach to projects
  • Goal-oriented mindset
  • Capacity to coordinate multiple large projects simultaneously
  • Capability to perform effectively under tight and shifting deadlines while handling complex assignments
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Professional demeanor and attitude
  • Location/Hybrid/Remote Work. This position may be based in any office location within the Firm's footprint. This position offers flexibility, including the opportunity to work under a hybrid/remote model.
  • Compensation, Benefits, and Resources.

We understand the invaluable role that intelligent and motivated individuals play in the success of our Firm and serving our clients, so we look for the best and brightest. Our employees enjoy competitive compensation, generous benefits, corporate discounts and a working environment of belonging.

Baker Donelson’s comprehensive benefits package includes, but is not limited to, the following: 

  • Health Insurance 
  • Dental Insurance 
  • Vision Insurance 
  • Life Insurance 
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance 
  • Paid medical leave 
  • New Parent Benefits 
  • Paid Time Off 
  • 401(k) Matching 

Baker Donelson knows that the happiest and most engaged employees are employees who feel supported. When you are able to take time to enjoy life outside of the office, you are able to focus on providing excellent service to clients and one another while at work. That is why we take great measures to provide our employees with programs and perks that help guide them in their wellness journeys, including many personal and professional resources.

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes only accepted for job posted. Please click here to apply.

Thank you for submitting your resume. After our hiring committee has had a chance to review candidates for this position, we will reach out to only those that will be moving on to the next step in our recruiting process.  We appreciate your interest in the position and will contact you if further action is necessary.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and all employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression and marital status.

For positions in Baltimore, Maryland, Washington, D.C., and New Jersey, the salary range for this posting is:  $60,000 - $70,000.

The range for this position will be based on information collected during the interview process. The amount will depend on several considerations such as your experience, skills, our current business needs, and market conditions. Salary is only one part of the overall compensation package. Candidates may also be eligible for other comprehensive medical and financial benefits and resources, including 401(k) participation and paid time off. If an offer is extended, additional information around benefits will be provided.

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