Litigation Paralegal / Executive Assistant - Business Litigation

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance

Litigation Paralegal / Executive Assistant

The Hunnicutt Law Group
North Dallas, Texas | Full-Time

The Hunnicutt Law Group is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal / Executive Assistant to become an integral member of our business litigation team.

This is a key position within our firm. You will work directly with our attorneys, serve as one of the primary points of contact for our clients, and help ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of our office.

We are looking for someone who sees what needs to be done, takes ownership of their responsibilities, and helps keep our attorneys one step ahead. The ideal candidate is proactive, resourceful, highly organized, and naturally anticipates the needs of the attorneys, clients, and office rather than waiting for assignments.

Primary Responsibilities

• Screen and qualify prospective clients by telephone.
• Schedule consultations and manage attorney calendars.
• Prepare, proofread, and organize legal documents and correspondence.
• Assist with litigation support, case management, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation.
• Coordinate attorney travel and meetings.
• Enter and track client costs and expenses in the firm's case management system.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical client files.
• Work closely with Firm management to support the daily operation of the office.
• Maintain a welcoming, organized, and professional office environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of law firm experience .
• Litigation experience required; business or commercial litigation experience preferred.
• Experience screening and qualifying prospective clients by telephone.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Microsoft Office proficiency; Clio Manage or similar legal software preferred.
• Professional demeanor, polished business-professional appearance, sound judgment, and exceptional client service skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
• Salary posted on this job board represents the minimum anticipated starting compensation . Final compensation is based on experience, qualifications, demonstrated skills, and overall fit.
• Firm pays 50% of the employee-only monthly medical insurance premium .
• Optional dental and vision insurance.
• Employer-paid $100,000 life insurance policy .
• 401(k).
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• Free on-site parking.
• Complimentary access to the building's fitness center.

Additional Information

This is a full-time, in-office position .

Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Because this position serves as one of the primary points of contact for our clients, professionalism, excellent communication skills, a polished business-professional appearance, and sound judgment are essential.

How To Apply To be considered for this position, please email your rsum directly to: View email address on ziprecruiter.com

Please include "Litigation Paralegal" in the subject line of your email.

For prompt consideration, please email your rsum directly to the hiring email address listed above. While we may review applications received through the job board, rsums submitted directly by email will receive prompt review and consideration.

We appreciate every application; however, due to the anticipated volume of responses, only candidates whose experience closely matches our qualifications will be contacted regarding the next step in our hiring process.

Please, no telephone inquiries or walk-in applications. We respectfully request that recruiting agencies and staffing firms refrain from contacting us regarding this position.