Legal Assistant – Dallas

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Job ID#: 34228

Downtown Dallas law firm seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Legal Assistant to support attorneys and ensure the efficient operation of the firm. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, proactive, and comfortable handling a variety of administrative and legal support tasks in a fast-paced legal environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys

• Prepare, draft, proofread, and format legal documents and correspondence

• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate deadlines

• File legal documents with courts and administrative agencies (electronic and/or physical)

• Maintain and organize case files and client records

• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and vendors

• Conduct basic legal and factual research as directed

• Handle incoming and outgoing mail, email, and phone communications

• Assist with billing, time entry, and expense tracking as needed

• Ensure compliance with firm policies, court rules, and confidentiality requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred

• Previous experience as a legal assistant or in a law office preferred

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and legal practice software

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

• Professional demeanor and commitment to confidentiality

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with court filing systems and legal terminology

• Experience supporting litigation, transactional, or specialized practice areas (as applicable)

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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