Opportunities At SMD

We provide big-firm representation in a boutique environment; as such, our associate attorneys and professional staff are able to develop meaningful experience early in their careers. We believe that fostering a firm culture of collegiality and respect strengthens our team and enables us to provide exceptional service to our clients. We encourage input from everyone and welcome forward-thinking ideas to improve what we do and how we do it. We take a truly collaborative, team-based approach to representing our clients.

Strauss Massey Dinneen LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We believe diversity in our firm will benefit our clients and bring value to our work.

Available Position

Part-time Legal Assistant for Gulfport MS office

“Truly collaborative culture with people who get along, respect each other and respect hard work; forward thinking partners.”

Strauss Massey Dinneen LLC has an immediate opening for an experienced Legal Assistant in our Gulfport, MS office. This position will initially be part-time, with the potential to transition to full-time.

We are a New Orleans boutique litigation firm handling high level matters for insurers. Our firm culture is cooperative, collegial, and forward-thinking. We are seeking a part-time legal assistant to undertake a variety of administrative and clerical tasks for multiple attorneys. Candidates must be proficient in Word and Excel; we prefer you to have experience working in a legal office. Coyote Analytics (or similar law firm software) experience a plus but not required. The right candidate is reliable, efficient, and works well in a team environment.

Responsibilities include:

  • Provide administrative support to attorneys
  • Effectively communicate with attorneys, colleagues, witnesses, and clients
  • Maintain Outlook calendar for assigned attorneys
  • Coordinate scheduling of depositions and mediations
  • Prepare draft pleadings and discovery
  • File documents with courts using e-filing systems
  • Maintain case files using internal document management system
  • Other duties as necessary
  • Skills required or preferred include:
    • Proven experience as legal assistant
    • Knowledge of legal terminology and MS court systems
    • Knowledge of Microsoft Office and ability to work with legal technology (court-filing computer systems, document management software, billing software, pdf software)
    • NetDocs and Coyote experience is a plus
    • Proficiency in English
    • Outstanding time-management and typing skills
    • Ability to multitask and being comfortable dealing with a diverse pool of people
    • Five or more years of experience preferred

You may provide your resume and references to tdouglas@smd-law.com

Insurance Defense and Coverage Litigation Attorney (3+ Years Experience) – Gulfport, Mississippi

Strauss Massey Dinneen LLC, a Chambers-ranked litigation boutique in New Orleans, is seeking a part-time litigation attorney with at least 3 years of relevant experience for our Gulfport, MS office. This is a growth opportunity at one of Louisiana’s premier defense firms.

If you’re looking for a fast-growing firm where your work matters, your colleagues have your back, and you can advance your career on meaningful, high-stakes matters, let’s talk.

About the Role

You’ll jump into active litigation from Day One, with support and mentoring from a respected team. You’ll:

  • Handle complex insurance and commercial litigation matters
  • Argue motions, take depositions, and interact directly with sophisticated clients
  • Help national insurers and corporate clients navigate bet-the-company disputes, bad faith claims, and mass litigation
  • Work on high-exposure cases across Louisiana and the Gulf South

What We’re Looking For

We’re hiring a smart, driven litigator who is:

  • Licensed in Louisiana and Mississippi
  • Skilled in written and oral advocacy
  • Ready to take ownership of depositions and hearings
  • Comfortable with direct client contact
  • Focused, responsive, and collaborative
  • A pleasure to work with (seriously — we mean it)

Why You’ll Love It Here

At SMD, we combine serious litigation with a down-to-earth culture. Our lawyers enjoy:

  • Competitive salary
  • Strong mentorship and professional development
  • Real courtroom opportunities (not just research)
  • Supportive, team-based culture
  • In-office collaboration with WFH flexibility

We believe happy lawyers do the best work—and our results prove it.

About Strauss Massey Dinneen

Founded in 2019, SMD has quickly built a national reputation for its deep insurance and trial experience. We represent major carriers and businesses in coverage litigation, insurer bad faith, commercial disputes, and class actions across Louisiana and the Gulf South region. Our team includes former Big Law attorneys, veteran trial lawyers, and future leaders of the profession.

How to Apply

Please send your confidential resume, writing sample, and references to tdouglas@smd-law.com or apply directly via Indeed.