Legal Secretary

Ziegler Gardner Bell, PLLC seeks a full-time Legal Secretary to join our litigation practice. At least 5 years of law-firm experience is required. This position will also entail extensive collaboration with firm attorneys and staff and attention to detail. The firm offers a collegial environment with dedicated professionals who aggressively pursue excellence in their work. Ziegler Gardner Bell is a dynamic Dallas-based law firm representing the design, construction, and real estate industry. Clients include international and regional architecture, engineering, and land surveying firms; leading heavy civil contractors; and single and multi‑family real estate developers located in Texas and throughout the United States. Ziegler Gardner Bell is committed to the implementation of technology in the practice of law. Ziegler Gardner Bell continues to implement the latest cloud-based technologies to simplify case management, streamline communications, and leverage analytics. This is a hybrid position that allows some remote work and requires some in‑office attendance. Requirements and qualifications: Responsibilities Draft shells of pleadings, discovery, and orders Accurately calendar all case‑related deadlines Assist with preparations for trials, mediations, and depositions Submit e‑filings with various courts Assist with digital file management and organization Successfully meet deadlines and provide high‑quality work‑product Run conflict checks and open new matters Qualifications At least 5 years of experience as a Legal Secretary or similar role Proficiency with electronic filing in state and federal courts along with knowledge of local rules and procedures Experience with electronic case management systems and organizing electronic case files Proficiency with verbal and written communication Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, legal time and billing software Required Skills Confidence in personal interactions and court proceedings Team‑oriented approach Creativity Action‑oriented task management Concise professional communication skills Ziegler Gardner Bell offers competitive compensation, bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, and more. For immediate consideration for this opportunity, qualified candidates should forward their resume View email address on click.appcast.io . #J-18808-Ljbffr Ziegler Gardner Bell