Legal Assistant - Plaintiff

Professional Alternatives

Houston, TX

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$65,000–$75,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Adobe Acrobat, Case Management, Communication Skills, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, File Maintenance, Healthcare Providers, Insurance, Legal, Litigation, Maintain Compliance, Medical Billing, Microsoft Office, Organizational Skills, Personal Injury, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Proofreading, Records Management, Team Player, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
1 day ago

Join a Leading Plaintiff Personal Injury Litigation TeamA well-established and respected plaintiff personal injury law firm in Houston is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented, and career-minded Personal Injury Litigation Legal Assistant with 2–3+ years of Texas personal injury litigation experience to join its growing team.This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced litigation environment, takes pride in producing high-quality work, and is looking to build a long-term career supporting trial attorneys in complex personal injury cases.Key ResponsibilitiesAs a Litigation Legal Assistant, you will play a vital role in managing cases from the filing of a lawsuit through trial and resolution.Responsibilities include:Manage plaintiff personal injury litigation files from lawsuit filing through case resolution while maintaining organized electronic files.Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials.Prepare trial notebooks, exhibit lists, witness subpoenas, and other trial materials.Draft, format, proofread, and file pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and discovery responses under attorney supervision.Electronically file documents in Texas state and federal courts while tracking litigation deadlines, court settings, and discovery schedules.Serve as a professional and compassionate point of contact for clients, medical providers, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel.Order, track, and organize medical, billing, and insurance records, including managing Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code §18.001 affidavits.Support attorneys in maintaining an organized, trial-ready caseload while ensuring accuracy and compliance throughout the litigation process.QualificationsThe ideal candidate will have:2–3+ years of experience handling plaintiff personal injury litigation in Texas.Experience assisting attorneys with active litigation and trial preparation.Working knowledge of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure and Texas court filing procedures.Experience using Texas state and federal e-filing systems.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and legal case management software.Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail.The ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced litigation environment.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.A proven history of professionalism, dependability, and long-term employment commitment.What You'll BringSuccessful candidates are:Highly organized and proactive.Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.Calm under pressure and able to adapt to changing priorities.Team-oriented with a strong work ethic.Passionate about supporting attorneys and helping clients through the litigation process.BenefitsCompetitive salary of $65,000–$75,000+ , depending on experienceComprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) retirement planPaid time off and paid holidaysStable, collaborative, and professional work environmentOpportunity to work alongside experienced trial attorneys on meaningful plaintiff personal injury casesIf you're looking for a long-term opportunity where your experience is valued and your contributions make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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