Legal Support
<p>Robert Half Legal is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Pre-Litigation Legal Support Specialist with 2-3 years of experience, to assist attorneys and clients in the critical preparation stages of legal matters in Houston, Texas. This contract role invites a motivated professional to support pre-litigation activities through drafting, research, and document review while keeping the process streamlined and efficient.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Assist attorneys in drafting demand letters, correspondence, and documentation needed for pre-litigation strategies.</li><li>Review, organize, and manage legal files, including client records and evidence, ensuring all materials are readily accessible.</li><li>Conduct factual research and gather relevant information, including reviewing police reports, medical records, and related documents.</li><li>Coordinate communication between clients, opposing parties, witnesses, experts, and legal teams to facilitate case progress.</li><li>Calendar and track pre-litigation deadlines to ensure timely submission of materials.</li><li>Support settlement negotiations by organizing and maintaining evidence, records, and communication documentation.</li><li>Prepare pre-litigation reports and summaries for attorneys in advance of potential litigation.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable legal standards and procedures in all pre-litigation phases.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a pre-litigation legal support role or closely related position.</li><li>Knowledge of legal processes related to pre-litigation matters, including personal injury, business disputes, or similar areas of law.</li><li>Strong organizational abilities, with the aptitude to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.</li><li>Excellent communication skills — both written and verbal — with a professional demeanor when liaising with clients and external parties.</li><li>Attention to detail and accuracy in managing documentation, drafting, and correspondence.</li><li>Familiarity with case management software and relevant legal research tools preferred.</li><li>Paralegal certificate or equivalent education/training required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.</li></ul>
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- Houston, TX
- remote
- Temporary
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21.00 - 23.00 USD / Hourly
- <p>Robert Half Legal is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Pre-Litigation Legal Support Specialist with 2-3 years of experience, to assist attorneys and clients in the critical preparation stages of legal matters in Houston, Texas. This contract role invites a motivated professional to support pre-litigation activities through drafting, research, and document review while keeping the process streamlined and efficient.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Assist attorneys in drafting demand letters, correspondence, and documentation needed for pre-litigation strategies.</li><li>Review, organize, and manage legal files, including client records and evidence, ensuring all materials are readily accessible.</li><li>Conduct factual research and gather relevant information, including reviewing police reports, medical records, and related documents.</li><li>Coordinate communication between clients, opposing parties, witnesses, experts, and legal teams to facilitate case progress.</li><li>Calendar and track pre-litigation deadlines to ensure timely submission of materials.</li><li>Support settlement negotiations by organizing and maintaining evidence, records, and communication documentation.</li><li>Prepare pre-litigation reports and summaries for attorneys in advance of potential litigation.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable legal standards and procedures in all pre-litigation phases.</li></ul>
- 2025-09-18T21:18:45Z