We
are partnering with one of the top five most prestigious law firms in the U.S.,
known for handling catastrophic, high-stakes litigation and recovering billions
in verdicts and settlements nationwide.They
are seeking two experienced Legal Secretaries/Assistants to support
trial attorneys on high-profile cases across the country. This is a fast-paced,
high-impact environment ideal for someone with a strong work ethic,
flexibility, and sharp attention to detail who wants to be part of a team
delivering meaningful, life-changing results. Will
pay relocation assistance for the right candidate.
Legal
Secretary / Legal Assistant (Litigation)
Location: Houston, TX
Pay: up to $120K + overtime + bonuses + excellent benefits!
Will pay relocation for the right candidate!
Key
Responsibilities
- Provide
day-to-day administrative and legal support to assigned attorneys and
litigation teams
- Manage
complex, high-volume calendars and coordinate meetings, travel, and
case-related events
- Handle
e-filing in state and federal courts, including tracking and
docketing critical deadlines
- Prepare,
revise, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, and
memoranda
- Coordinate
depositions, prepare hearing and trial notebooks, and assist with trial
preparation
- Process
expense reports and manage logistics for hearings, trials, and attorney
travel
- Screen
and manage incoming calls and communications
- Collaborate
with legal support teams to ensure seamless workflow and client service
- Maintain
strict confidentiality and adhere to firm policies and procedures
Qualifications
- Minimum
3+ years of litigation legal secretary experience (plaintiff
personal injury strongly preferred)
- Strong
knowledge of state and federal court procedures, filings, and deadlines
- Proven
ability to manage cases from file inception through trial
- Advanced
proficiency in Microsoft Word, including complex document
formatting
- Typing
speed of 70+ WPM
- High
school diploma or equivalent required
Skills
& Attributes
- Exceptional
organizational and time management skills
- Strong
attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability
to anticipate needs and work proactively
- Excellent
communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability
to handle confidential information with discretion
- Flexible
and adaptable in a fast-paced, high-demand environment
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