Litigation Legal Secretary

Litigation Legal Secretary

A prestigious national law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary to join its Dallas office. This position will provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support to the Office Managing Partner and approximately four additional attorneys. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation, extensive knowledge of Texas state and federal court procedures, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and legal support to the Office Managing Partner and approximately four attorneys.
• Prepare, format, edit, proofread, and finalize legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and other materials.
• Manage court filings, including electronic filing in Texas state and federal courts.
• Maintain attorney calendars, track deadlines, and coordinate scheduling and docketing.
• Open new matters and maintain organized electronic and physical case files.
• Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, court personnel, and internal departments.
• Prepare and process expense reports, reimbursements, and check requests using Chrome River.
• Draft routine correspondence, legal forms, and other documentation.
• Coordinate meetings, appointments, and other administrative activities.
• Handle multiple assignments while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation legal secretary experience preferred, ideally within a fast-paced defense law firm.
• Strong knowledge of Texas state and federal court rules, e-filing procedures, and docketing requirements.
• Experience supporting multiple attorneys, including partners.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines and responsibilities.
• Strong document formatting, proofreading, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a professional, proactive, and team-oriented approach.
• Experience with Chrome River and Milana is a plus.
• Some college education preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

The firm offers competitive compensation based on experience and a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Disability insurance
• Parental leave
• Life insurance

Additional Information

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary seeking a long-term position with a well-established national law firm. The role offers the opportunity to work closely with firm leadership and a team of attorneys in a collaborative, professional environment. CSDAL65