A top-tier
personal injury law firm in
Houston, TX is seeking a skilled
Legal Assistant/Legal Secretary to support a high-performing litigation team. The firm is nationally recognized for securing record-setting verdicts and settlements and is committed to aggressive client advocacy, integrity, and teamwork.
Job Title: Legal Assistant / Legal Secretary
Location: Houston, TX (In-Office)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $70,000 $90,000 DOE
Benefits: Paid overtime, generous bonuses, exceptional benefits package, free parking
Position Overview:
This role requires an experienced and proactive legal professional with
5+ years of litigation support experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, adaptable, and committed to delivering excellent support.
Key Responsibilities:- Draft, revise, and proofread a variety of legal documents, correspondence, and memoranda
- Schedule depositions, hearings, meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements
- Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including compiling hearing and trial notebooks
- Manage expense reports and maintain organized attorney calendars
- Perform e-filing in state and federal courts and track deadlines
- Provide administrative and legal support to assigned attorneys and other legal staff
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to firm-wide protocols and policies
- Collaborate with other legal assistants to ensure seamless support across teams
Qualifications:- Minimum of 5 years recent experience as a litigation legal assistant or secretary
- Advanced proficiency in MS Word; strong document formatting skills
- Typing speed of 55+ WPM
- Familiarity with court procedures and e-filing systems
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills with excellent attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Willingness to work overtime as needed
- High school diploma or equivalent required; additional legal training or certification is a plus
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