Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant
- $60,000 - $85,000
- Houston, TX
Hybrid Schedule!
A bit about us:
We are a multi-specialty law firm that has been providing strategic representation to the Gulf South region since the early 1980s. With offices across the region, their attorneys offer experienced representation in complex legal matters and litigation. Their practice areas include healthcare, insurance, and professional liability litigation.
Why join us?
Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Medical, Dependent Care, Transit/Commuter
Life Insurance & Long Term Disability Insurance; Short-Term Disability
Paid Time Off
401k
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Medical, Dependent Care, Transit/Commuter
Life Insurance & Long Term Disability Insurance; Short-Term Disability
Paid Time Off
401k
Job Details
Job Details:
We are seeking a seasoned and dynamic Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant to join our high-performing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is detail-oriented and possesses a deep understanding of the legal industry. The successful candidate will have a minimum of five years of experience and will be responsible for providing comprehensive administrative support to our legal team, including coordinating meetings, assisting with document preparation, hearing and trial preparation, and insurance defense litigation.
Responsibilities:
1. Provide comprehensive administrative support to the legal team, including scheduling and coordinating meetings, hearings, and depositions.
2. Assist with the preparation of legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and trial materials.
3. Manage case files from inception through resolution, ensuring all relevant documents and information are properly filed and updated.
4. Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and expert witnesses, as necessary.
5. Assist with attorney time entry, billing, and the preparation of legal documents and correspondence.
6. Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, witness preparation, trial logistics, and other necessary tasks.
7. Provide support in insurance defense litigation, including gathering case information and maintaining communication with clients.
8. Maintain an organized and efficient document management system and ensure compliance with legal regulations and company policies.
Qualifications:
1. Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant, preferably in litigation.
2. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and legal research software.
3. Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
4. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, and court personnel.
5. Knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and legal document formatting.
6. Experience in insurance defense litigation is preferred.
7. Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy in work.
8. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
9. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and make sound decisions.
We are seeking a seasoned and dynamic Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant to join our high-performing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is detail-oriented and possesses a deep understanding of the legal industry. The successful candidate will have a minimum of five years of experience and will be responsible for providing comprehensive administrative support to our legal team, including coordinating meetings, assisting with document preparation, hearing and trial preparation, and insurance defense litigation.
Responsibilities:
1. Provide comprehensive administrative support to the legal team, including scheduling and coordinating meetings, hearings, and depositions.
2. Assist with the preparation of legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and trial materials.
3. Manage case files from inception through resolution, ensuring all relevant documents and information are properly filed and updated.
4. Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and expert witnesses, as necessary.
5. Assist with attorney time entry, billing, and the preparation of legal documents and correspondence.
6. Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, witness preparation, trial logistics, and other necessary tasks.
7. Provide support in insurance defense litigation, including gathering case information and maintaining communication with clients.
8. Maintain an organized and efficient document management system and ensure compliance with legal regulations and company policies.
Qualifications:
1. Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant, preferably in litigation.
2. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and legal research software.
3. Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
4. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, and court personnel.
5. Knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and legal document formatting.
6. Experience in insurance defense litigation is preferred.
7. Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy in work.
8. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
9. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and make sound decisions.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.