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Legal Assistant
<p>Robert Half is seeking a skilled Litigation Legal Assistant with a minimum of 5 years of experience for a leading law firm. This contract to hire role offers the chance to leverage your advanced litigation and trial preparation expertise while supporting a dynamic legal team.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to attorneys throughout all phases of litigation</li><li>Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and discovery materials</li><li>Manage docketing, deadlines, and case calendars to ensure compliance and efficient workflow</li><li>Support trial preparation activities, including organizing exhibits, preparing trial binders, and coordinating with witnesses and court personnel</li><li>Conduct legal research and draft routine correspondence as needed</li><li>Maintain and organize both electronic and paper case files</li><li>Liaise professionally with clients, courts, and third-party vendors</li></ul>
<p>Qualifications:</p><ul><li>5+ years of experience as a litigation legal assistant in a law firm or corporate legal department</li><li>Demonstrated hands-on trial preparation experience</li><li>Proficiency in legal software and document management systems</li><li>Exceptional organizational, time management, and communication skills</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Attention to detail and a proactive, professional approach</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.</p> <p>Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app" target="_blank">Download the Robert Half app</a> and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.</p> <p>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit <a href="https://roberthalf.gobenefits.net/" target="_blank">roberthalf.gobenefits.net</a> for more information.</p> <p>© 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms">Robert Half’s Terms of Use</a>.</p>
  • Houston, TX
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 24.00 - 26.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is seeking a skilled Litigation Legal Assistant with a minimum of 5 years of experience for a leading law firm. This contract to hire role offers the chance to leverage your advanced litigation and trial preparation expertise while supporting a dynamic legal team.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to attorneys throughout all phases of litigation</li><li>Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and discovery materials</li><li>Manage docketing, deadlines, and case calendars to ensure compliance and efficient workflow</li><li>Support trial preparation activities, including organizing exhibits, preparing trial binders, and coordinating with witnesses and court personnel</li><li>Conduct legal research and draft routine correspondence as needed</li><li>Maintain and organize both electronic and paper case files</li><li>Liaise professionally with clients, courts, and third-party vendors</li></ul>
  • 2025-12-15T16:58:34Z

Legal Assistant Job in Houston, TX | Robert Half