Legal Assistant – Houston

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Job ID#: 26009

Our Client a growing firm with a great reputation in the Texas market.  They are adding a legal assistant to the busy trial team.  Hybrid schedule and paid benefits are a few of the reasons why this could be a great fit for you!

Responsibilities:

  • Drafting and typing various types of documents, including correspondence, pleadings, memoranda and other such documents specific to the litigation practice area.
  • Proofreading and redlining work for accuracy, format, grammar, and punctuation.
  • Prepare e-filings and court pleadings in federal and local courts. Must know court rules, procedures and calendaring requirements.
  • Schedules/calendars appointments such as depositions, document productions, client meetings, trials, court hearings and appearances; coordinate travel arrangements as necessary.
  • Handle incoming and outgoing mail.
  • Perform secretarial functions associated with firm administrative tasks, including processing new client/matter requests, client bills, time reports and expense reports.
  • Inputs attorney and other timekeeper’s time; reviews for accuracy and corrects errors.
  • Performs any other administrative tasks as may be assigned.

Requirements:

Education/Experience/Skills/Abilities

  • Ability to type at least 75 words per minute with accuracy.
  • Thorough knowledge of MS Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • Ability to read, comprehend and follow instructions.
  • Thorough familiarity with legal terminology pertinent to general legal concepts and specific area(s) of assignment.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Ability to perform clerical tasks with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, take initiative, set priorities and see projects through completion.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, handle multiple tasks, and respond to changing priorities.
  • Ability to work irregular hours as needed is a must.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required, advance or college degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of legal secretarial experience required.

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