Junior Legal Assistant
Job Description
A top-tier personal injury law firm in Houston, TX is seeking a skilled Junior Legal Assistant to support a high-performing litigation team. The firm is nationally recognized for securing record-setting verdicts and settlements and is committed to aggressive client advocacy, integrity, and teamwork.
Job Title: Junior Legal Assistant
Location: Houston, TX (In-Office)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $45,000 – $60,000 DOE
Benefits: Paid overtime, generous bonuses, exceptional benefits package, free parking
Position Overview:
This role requires a proactive legal professional with 3+ years of litigation support experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, adaptable, and committed to delivering excellent support.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- On a day-to-day basis, works primarily under the direction of the Senior Legal Assistant and an assigned group of Attorneys and/or other team members to most effectively and efficiently meet Firm/client needs.
- Manage busy calendars and constantly evolving schedules, coordinating travel arrangements, meetings and events.
- E-filing in state and federal courts, docketing deadlines, and trial preparation.
- Prepare and revise a wide variety of documents, including correspondence, memoranda, and legal materials. Responsible for proofreading and correctly formatting all materials.
- Schedule depositions and prepare hearing notebooks. Assist in trial preparation as needed. Process expense reports. Receive, place, and screen telephone calls as required. Schedule conference calls, coordinate and schedule travel.
- Provide assistance to other Legal Assistants within assigned teams whenever necessary to meet Firm and client needs. Organize and prioritize workload to most efficiently enable and facilitate team effort to accomplish Firm and client goals.
- Exhibit professionalism by recognizing and adhering to all Firm policies, including attendance guidelines, dress code, security measures, and confidentiality requirements.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Thorough knowledge of a plaintiff personal injury litigation practice includes an understanding and knowledge of court practices, requirements and deadlines in both state and federal courts.
- Proficiency in e-filing in state and federal courts, docketing deadlines, trial preparation and calendaring deadlines.
- The ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
- A proactive work ethic, the ability to anticipate needs, strong decision-making skills, attention to detail, a flexible schedule and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, challenging legal environment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills along with the ability to work collaboratively as a team.
- Willingness to work extended hours, evenings, weekends, and travel as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of 3+ years as a litigation legal secretary. (Required)
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Word and formatting documents with a minimum typing speed of 55+ words per minute.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as needed.
Meet The Recruiter
Susan Stone, CPC
Sr. Direct Hire Recruiter
28 years of Direct Hire Recruiting experience, proud to announce 16 years with Burnett - a company that truly uses its moral compass as a guide to improving lives!
Burnett, a Texas-based staffing and recruiting company, has been consistently ranked number 1 by the Houston Business Journal. Our extensive network of connections with hiring managers and candidates across all industries makes us an invaluable asset to your growth and success.
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