Legal Assistant - Litigation

Our client, a growing defense litigation Houston area law firm, has a newly created opportunity for an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join their team. The firm is seeking someone detail-oriented and highly organized to provide comprehensive clerical and administrative supportto multiple attorneys within a fast-paced law office environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong multitasking abilities, excellent communication skills, and a thorough understanding of court filing procedures and legal documentation. This role requires the ability to effectively manage multiple assignments while consistently meeting deadlines. Requirements Associate's degree or higher from an accredited institution Minimum of three (3) years of prior experience in a law office setting providing clerical support to multiple attorneys Working knowledge of federal, state, and local court rules, court filing procedures and electronic filing (e-filing), Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel and Adobe Acrobat Strong multitasking, organizational, and time management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple assignments in a deadline-driven environment Prior experience supporting multiple attorneys in a litigation-focused environment Familiarity with legal case management systems Responsibilities Providing administrative and clerical support to attorneys within the office Preparing and formatting legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery materials Managing attorney calendars, deadlines, and scheduling as needed Creating and maintaining digital and paper legal files Filing documents with courts in accordance with federal, state, and local rules Assisting with document management and case file organization Ensuring accuracy and completeness of legal documentation This position handles both administrative and billable tasks and is in the office 5 days per week. Please reference job ID #68671.