Litigation Legal Assistant

Legal Administrative Assistant Our client, a well established boutique law firm in Plano, Texas, is adding a Legal Administrative 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, organization, and follow through. The ideal candidate is highly organized, comfortable coordinating multiple moving pieces, and proactive about keeping matters on track. Prior law firm experience is helpful but not required. The firm is open to candidates with strong administrative backgrounds who are eager to learn their processes and grow within the role. Company Profile Established boutique law firm specializing in property tax litigation Legal Administrative Assistant Role Support two attorneys with day to day administrative and case coordination needs Communicate professionally with attorneys, clients, opposing counsel, mediators, and court personnel Follow up with attorneys and outside parties to keep matters moving and ensure outstanding items are completed Coordinate mediations, meetings, depositions, and other litigation related events Manage calendars, deadlines, and scheduling Track agreed judgments and coordinate documents with opposing counsel Prepare correspondence and assist with form based pleadings and legal documents Assist with electronic filing and other litigation related administrative tasks Prepare monthly matter status reports Answer incoming calls and provide general administrative support Initially shadow and train under the firm’s senior Legal Assistant to learn the firm’s processes and procedures Proactively assist other team members as workloads fluctuate Legal Administrative Assistant Background Profile Required Administrative support, legal administrative, legal secretary, or similar professional office experience Strong organizational and calendar management skills Professional verbal and written communication Excellent attention to detail and follow through Ability to manage multiple priorities and keep tasks moving without constant direction Proactive, dependable, and willing to learn Ability to learn and follow established processes Comfortable working independently while remaining highly collaborative Professional presentation and demeanor Comfortable working 100% onsite Preferred Previous law firm or legal administrative experience Experience coordinating calendars, meetings, mediations, or other deadline driven activities Experience with electronic court filings or legal documents Litigation exposure is helpful but not required Property tax law experience is a plus but not required Benefits and Features 3 weeks PTO and holiday pay Health benefits with 80% employer paid coverage 401(k) with 5% match Company events and conferences #J-18808-Ljbffr