Legal Secretary
We are looking for a meticulous Legal Secretary to join our dynamic litigation team in Houston, Texas. This role requires a proactive individual who is eager to learn, adapt, and contribute to the seamless operation of complex commercial and catastrophic injury cases. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and excel at balancing multiple priorities, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and coordinate calendars, including scheduling appointments and tracking deadlines for legal cases.<br>• Prepare and e-file court documents accurately and efficiently in compliance with legal procedures.<br>• Draft and proofread correspondence for clients, courts, and opposing counsel.<br>• Maintain organized digital and physical case files, ensuring all documents are properly scanned, labeled, and stored.<br>• Assist in preparing trial and hearing binders, including gathering necessary materials and ensuring completeness.<br>• Support paralegals by handling administrative tasks such as updating production logs and pleading logs.<br>• Monitor and implement Scheduling Orders and Docket Control Orders effectively.<br>• Utilize Adobe and Microsoft 365 tools, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, to manage legal documentation and correspondence.<br>• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth case progression, demonstrating a team-oriented mindset.<br>• Respond promptly to urgent tasks while maintaining high attention to detail.
• Proven experience as a legal secretary or entry-level paralegal in a litigation-focused environment.<br>• Proficiency in e-filing and court filing processes.<br>• Strong command of Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.<br>• Familiarity with Adobe tools for document preparation and editing.<br>• Ability to manage multiple tasks with a sense of urgency and precision.<br>• Knowledge of trial and hearing preparation, including binder assembly and case organization.<br>• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.<br>• Self-motivated and adaptable, with a commitment to continuous learning and growth.
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- Houston, TX
- onsite
- Permanent
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45000.00 - 55000.00 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for a meticulous Legal Secretary to join our dynamic litigation team in Houston, Texas. This role requires a proactive individual who is eager to learn, adapt, and contribute to the seamless operation of complex commercial and catastrophic injury cases. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and excel at balancing multiple priorities, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and coordinate calendars, including scheduling appointments and tracking deadlines for legal cases.<br>• Prepare and e-file court documents accurately and efficiently in compliance with legal procedures.<br>• Draft and proofread correspondence for clients, courts, and opposing counsel.<br>• Maintain organized digital and physical case files, ensuring all documents are properly scanned, labeled, and stored.<br>• Assist in preparing trial and hearing binders, including gathering necessary materials and ensuring completeness.<br>• Support paralegals by handling administrative tasks such as updating production logs and pleading logs.<br>• Monitor and implement Scheduling Orders and Docket Control Orders effectively.<br>• Utilize Adobe and Microsoft 365 tools, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, to manage legal documentation and correspondence.<br>• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth case progression, demonstrating a team-oriented mindset.<br>• Respond promptly to urgent tasks while maintaining high attention to detail.
- 2025-09-30T15:58:47Z