Confidential Posting
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)