Litigation Legal Secretary

Houston, TX

Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire Job Function: Legal Job ID:: 138682 Pay Range: $75,000-83,000 / year

Job Description


Temp-to-hire Insurance Defense Legal Secretary Houston

A complex litigation law firm located in the Galleria area of Houston is seeking a temp-to-hire insurance defense Legal Secretary to join their team. Candidates must have 2+ years of litigation experience and be well-versed in filing in state (Texas) and federal courts. Duties include:

  • Provide comprehensive administrative assistance to attorneys in defense practice

  • Prepare materials for hearings, trials, mediations, arbitrations, depositions, and meetings

  • Maintain and manage client files with accuracy and confidentiality

  • Track and calendar state and federal litigation deadlines

  • Handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity

  • Utilize document management systems, preferably iManage

  • E-file documents in both state and federal courts

  • Coordinate travel arrangements and process expense reimbursements

  • Maintain attorney calendars and schedule appointments

  • Open new client/matter files and initiate conflict checks

  • Process check requests and maintain tracking systems

  • Assist attorneys with timekeeping and billing entries

  • Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents with a high level of accuracy

  • Prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously

  • Work overtime as needed

  • Adhere to all firm policies and procedures

  • Perform other administrative duties as assigned

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  • Meet The Recruiter

    Heather Lee, CPC
    Direct-Hire Recruiter

    Heather is a Senior Direct-Hire Recruiter at Burnett Specialists, bringing decades of unparalleled expertise to the firm since originally joining the team in 1993.
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