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Job Summary

Location
Houston, TX 77076
Industries
Legal Services
Job Type
Full Time
Employee
Years of Experience
2+ to 5 Years
Education Level
Professional
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)

Paralegal/Legal Assistant

About the Job

Houston law office seeking legal assistant/paralegal to provide support for experienced litigator and two labor and employment attorneys.


JOB DUTIES:


* Manage and coordinate attorney calendar(s) and case deadlines

* Help Attorney prepare for meetings and court appearances;

* Schedule meetings and prepare travel arrangements;

* Interface with clients, claims adjusters, court clerks, court reporters and claims managers;

* Manage and enter attorney's time in the company's billing system;

* Draft documents related to cases—pleadings; discovery requests and responses; correspondence;

* Other duties as they arise


 
REQUIREMENTS:
 
* A minimum of 2-5 years experience as a legal assistant or similar role, preferably in labor and employment;

* Paralegal Certification or Bachelor's degree a plus;

* Ability to manage tasks independently;

* Excellent computer skills, including ability to efficiently and quickly prepare and edit documents in Word, PDF, Excel format;

* Ability to conduct internet research independently;

* Excellent written and communication skills and attention to detail;

*Ability to follow through with assignments and keep attorneys apprised of case status;
*Ability to think quickly and analytically, manage multiple priorities under short deadlines and multi-task;
*Ability to work in an often stressful environment while maintaining good interpersonal skills;
*Ability to research, analyze and implement legal concepts, as well as draw conclusions and develop solutions;
* Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Benefits:


Company offers medical benefits and 401(k)

 

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