Legal Secretary

Legal Secretary - Armbrust & Brown, PLLC Location: Austin, TX 78701 (In-Office) Job Type: Full-Time | Monday-Friday, occasional weekends as needed About The Role Armbrust & Brown, PLLC, a well-established Austin law firm handling litigation, real estate, and governmental law matters, is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to support our Real Estate and Municipal Utility District (MUD) attorney teams. This position delivers excellent work and superior service to the Firm's attorneys and clients through highly efficient, effective, and professional support in a fast-paced legal environment. What You'll Do Provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to attorneys on the Real Estate and MUD teams Make travel arrangements; answer phones; manage incoming and outgoing mail; coordinate courier and overnight deliveries Maintain attorney calendars and contact lists; establish and maintain deadline reminder systems; schedule appointments; reserve conference rooms; organize and coordinate meetings Prepare, revise, proofread, and finalize correspondence, forms, and legal documents; draft routine documents; transcribe attorney dictation Correspond with title companies; use BEC calendars to track closings as needed Use DeedPro to review field notes and surveys for errors Assist with contract reviews and closing processes; prepare closing binders, documents, and portfolios Use Microsoft Office, Litera Compare, Foxit, NetDocs, and other software to prepare, revise, format, and finalize complex practice-specific documents; ensure accuracy and correct formatting Open, maintain, and organize client and matter files; maintain secure filing systems and track file custody Conduct periodic file reviews; prepare files for off-site storage; maintain accurate indexing of closed files Maintain good public relations with clients Review and organize legal documents; maintain document-management systems, including BEC and MatterLink Support MUD paralegals by updating calendars, sending reminders, drafting and revising minutes, and e-recording documents Coordinate MUD board meetings; send quorum emails; draft, revise, and finalize board minutes; track attendance and ensure quorum requirements are met Enter, proofread, and edit attorney time entries in Orion and on proforma bills; communicate with clients as needed to support billing efforts Prepare time-entry summaries; proof billing sheets E-file documents with county offices; retrieve documents from various courts and government databases Assist other secretaries as needed; organize and prioritize workload to support Firm and client goals; foster cooperative, professional working relationships Support colleagues during absences or high-volume periods and assist with overflow tasks Uphold confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions and document handling, including matters involving the attorney-client relationship Work occasional overtime as required and comply with all Firm policies Qualifications What You Bring Education & Experience High school diploma or GED required; college preferred 3-5 years of legal administrative experience preferred Experience supporting multiple attorneys in a law firm environment preferred Experience with MUD, real estate, or transactional work is a plus Notary Public certification preferred Technical Skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Experience with Litera Compare, Foxit, Adobe, NetDocs, and similar tools preferred Ability to type 70+ WPM accurately Strong document formatting, redlining, and version-control skills Familiarity with time-entry and billing systems (Orion preferred) Professional Skills Proven aptitude to learn new software applications quickly Strong proficiency in grammar, proofreading, and transcription Takes initiative to complete projects and proactively support team needs Exercises discretion with confidential and sensitive information; uses sound judgment when prioritizing the Firm's needs Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines Ability to provide a high level of customer service and communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing Ability to work overtime, after hours, or on weekends when needed Ability to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodations Works well under pressure and adapts quickly to changing priorities Other Requirements Ability to lift up to 25 pounds Occasional overtime required Reliable, in-person attendance in our Austin office (relocation to Austin, TX 78701 required prior to start, if applicable) Work Environment Professional office environment with standard office equipment, tasks, and responsibilities. Physical Demands Standard office activities; reasonable accommodations may be made. Armbrust & Brown, PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. #J-18808-Ljbffr