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Executive Legal Secretary - Litigation

Burnett Specialists

Dallas, TX

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Billing, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Customer Relations, Detail Oriented, Document Management, Executive Assistant Skills , File Maintenance, Legal, Legal Support Skills, Litigation, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Plan Meetings, Reimbursement, Support Documentation, Team Player, Time Management, Travel Planning
LOCATION
Dallas, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago

A well-established law firm is seeking an experienced Executive Legal Secretary to support multiple attorneys within its Litigation practice. This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative team in a fast-paced, professional environment.

Position Overview
This role provides comprehensive administrative and legal support, including document preparation, e-filing, calendaring, billing coordination, and client interaction. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrives in a high-volume litigation setting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents (pleadings, motions, correspondence)

  • Manage state and federal e-filing and maintain court deadlines/calendars

  • Coordinate meetings, travel, and client communications

  • Maintain case files and document management systems (NetDocuments)

  • Prepare trial binders, exhibits, and case materials

  • Assist with billing, time entry, and expense processing

  • Support new matter intake and conflicts checks

  • Provide high-level administrative support to multiple attorneys

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of litigation legal assistant/secretary experience (mid-to-large firm preferred)

  • Strong knowledge of Texas and federal court procedures and e-filing systems (ECF)

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, document management systems, and billing software

  • Advanced document formatting skills (TOC/TOA, styles, redlining)

  • Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking skills

  • Ability to work independently in a deadline-driven environment

Additional Details

  • Hybrid: Eligible for 1 remote day per week after 90 days





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