This firm is an AM Law 200 firm founded in Houston, Texas with offices in Atlanta, Houston, Philadelphia and San Antonio. They are a full-service firm with about 130 attorneys in Houston. They have an urgent need for a
Litigation Legal Assistant.More information from the client:
We have an opening for an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant that we need to fill quickly. The link to the job posting is below. I am confirming the salary range and will let you know as soon I get that information. This role will support our General Counsel who has a very busy desk. The person needs to be proactive, detail oriented and able to keep up with a fast-paced environment. Due to her upcoming schedule, suitable candidates will need to be available to interview with us by end of this week or sometime next week.
Zipcode- 77002Salary - $90k-$100k Hybrid Schedule - 4 days in office, 1 day remote100% paid parkingFull benefits offered, including 401(k)Job SummaryThis firm is seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant (LAA) to join its General Litigation practice group in the Houston office. This is a high-volume position that demands exceptional organizational skills, precise attention to detail, and deep familiarity with civil litigation practice. The ideal candidate is a seasoned legal professional who takes ownership of complex caseloads, anticipates attorney needs, and thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, a collaborative culture, and genuine opportunities for professional growth.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to a team of 45 attorneys across general civil and commercial litigation matters.
Manage case deadlines, court filings, and docket entries with precision; maintain the court docket including all calendaring and docket control orders.
Prepare, draft, proofread, and finalize legal documents, including motions, petitions, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, and correspondence.
File and serve documents in Texas state and federal courts, including electronic filing (e-filing) through applicable court systems.
Schedule and coordinate court hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and other proceedings; arrange attorney travel as needed.
Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, preparing witness lists, assembling trial binders, and tracking trial logistics.
Accurately enter and maintain billable time records and assist with billing-related administrative tasks for attorney review.
Open new client matters and maintain organized, up-to-date case files within the firms document management system.
Maintain attorney calendars, coordinate scheduling conflicts, and send timely reminders for critical deadlines.
Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and internal colleagues, answer and direct telephone calls and emails promptly.
Source and verify case intelligence, including court rules, local procedures, and opposing party information.
Process various administrative and financial tasks including expense reimbursements and matter-related procurement.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Minimum 7 years of legal secretary experience, with substantial exposure to litigation in a law firm setting.
Demonstrated experience in general civil litigation and commercial litigation required.
Proven ability to manage a high-volume workload supporting 4 or more attorneys simultaneously.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Teams, Excel); strong command of legal document formatting in Word required.
Familiarity with e-filing procedures in Texas state courts and federal district courts.
Knowledge of local and Federal electronic filing and document retention i.e. E-file Texas and Pacer
Experience with document management software (e.g., iManage, NetDocuments, or similar) is a plus.
Knowledge of Texas Rules of Civil Procedure, Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, and applicable local rules.
Notary Public commission desired but not required.
High school diploma required; Associate degree or equivalent legal education preferred.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines.
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail in all work product.
Unwavering commitment to confidentiality and professional discretion.
Ability to work independently on routine tasks and collaboratively as a key team member.
Client-service orientation with a professional, responsive demeanor.
Basic proficiency with office equipment (printers, scanners, copiers, fax machines).
Benefits and Perks
Competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short & long term disability and other ancillary benefits
Generous Firm contribution to employee HSA Accounts each year, as well as, matching and profit sharing in our Firms 401(k)profit sharing program
Central downtown location and choice of firm-paid garage parking or firm-paid monthly transportation allowance
Digital family planning platform providing support through various life journeys and Backup Care Benefit
Generous paid time off and 11 paid holidays
Wellness Program that includes reimbursement for qualifying fitness and wellness expenses, GoPivot wellness platform, TelaDoc resources for physical and mental health appointment, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Quarterly training program for professional development
Employee led Social Committee with regular social events and monthly community service opportunities
Competitive salary that reflects your experience and skills
Newly renovated office with cold brew/tea on tap, elevated coffee/espresso machines, and snacks in the kitchen
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