Litigation Legal Assistant

Job Description

Litigation Legal Assistant
Our client, a well established boutique law firm in Plano, Texas, is adding a Litigation Legal Assistant to support two attorneys due to continued growth in litigation volume. This is a full time, 100% onsite direct hire opportunity working within a collaborative, long tenured team that values professionalism, initiative, and attention to detail.
The ideal candidate will have litigation experience, enjoy working in a fast paced environment, and proactively seek opportunities to assist the team rather than waiting for direction.

Company Profile
Established boutique law firm specializing in property tax litigation

Litigation Legal Assistant Role
Provide administrative and litigation support to two attorneys
Communicate professionally with attorneys, clients, opposing counsel, mediators, and court personnel
Coordinate settlement conferences, mediations, depositions, and other litigation events
Prepare, file, and electronically file pleadings and legal documents
Assist with lawsuit filings, discovery, and litigation support throughout the life of a case
Maintain litigation calendars, docket control orders, and critical deadlines
Prepare correspondence and monthly matter status reports
Answer incoming calls and provide general administrative support
Initially shadow and train under the firm's senior Legal Assistant before assuming additional responsibilities
Proactively assist other team members as workloads fluctuate

Litigation Legal Assistant Background Profile
Required
Prior Legal Assistant experience
Litigation experience
Experience managing litigation deadlines and calendars
Strong organizational and communication skills
Detail oriented with excellent follow through
Ability to work independently while remaining highly collaborative
Comfortable working 100% onsite
Preferred
Experience coordinating discovery
Experience with electronic court filings
Experience supporting high volume litigation practices
Property tax law experience is a plus but not required

Features
3 weels PTO and Holiday Pay
Health Benefits 80% paid
401k with 5% match
Company Events and Conferences

Job Requirements

We are looking for a full time Legal Assistant/Paralegal to undertake administrative and clerical tasks


Additional Information

dfwHR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The client cannot sponsor any visas.

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