Legal Secretary / Legal Administrative Assistant

Experienced in Civil Litigation? This Could Be Your Next Move.

What You'll Do

• Provide administrative support to attorneys handling business and civil litigation
• Assist with preparation for hearings, trials, mediations, arbitrations, depositions, and meetings
• Calendar and monitor state and federal litigation deadlines
• Prepare, proofread, format, and organize legal documents and correspondence
• E-file documents in Texas state and federal courts
• Maintain attorney calendars and coordinate scheduling
• Organize and manage electronic and paper client files
• Manage high-volume email and correspondence
• Work within a document management system, with eDocs experience preferred
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and internal teams
• Handle confidential client and firm information with discretion

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of recent litigation experience within a law firm
• Strong experience with civil and/or business litigation
• Advanced understanding of legal terminology, litigation procedures, and court rules
• Knowledge of state and federal court filing procedures and deadlines
• Strong legal secretarial, grammar, formatting, and proofreading skills
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Outlook
• Ability to manage complex calendars and high-volume email
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced litigation environment
• Professional communication and interpersonal skills
• Typing speed of 65+ WPM
• Dependable with excellent attendance
• Ability to successfully complete a background check

Compensation & Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid time off
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount and referral programs
• Free parking

Ready for Your Next Legal Opportunity?