ams jobs in Houston, TX - 14 jobs

Job Title: Trusts and Estates Paralegal Salary/Payrate: $100K-$120K annually bonus and AWESOME benefits!!! Work Environment: Hybrid (1 Day WFH after initial 90 day ramp up period) Term: Permanent / Fulltime Bachelor's degree required: Preferred (Paralegal Certification would be a plus) Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired JOB DESCRIPTION The Paralegal provides comprehensive support to attorneys on the Private Wealth Management Team, assisting with the probate and administration of estates, conducting research, preparing transfer tax returns, assisting with the drafting of estate planning and related documents, maintaining probate and gift dockets, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. The Paralegal works closely with specific matters, clients, projects, and attorneys, and will leverage their subject matter expertise to perform a variety of duties. There is an annual billing requirement of 1500 hours. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Assist attorneys in managing Private Wealth Management matters, including estate planning, trust administration, and tax compliance. Prepare and file tax-related documents and forms, including estate probate filings, estate tax returns, and gift tax returns. Manage and update gift tax and probate dockets, including tracking and monitoring filing deadlines. Manage estate work, including drafting and filing probate applications, preparing notices to creditors and beneficiaries, filing inventories, obtaining and tracking waivers, and compiling and filing exhibits. Draft and review legal documents, such as wills, trusts, contracts, agreements, correspondence, and powers of attorney. Prepare and revise stock certificates. Assist in the preparation for probate hearings and trials. Conduct legal research and analysis to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations and monitor changes in tax and probate laws, communicating updates to the team. Collaborate and coordinate with clients, attorneys, and external parties to gather necessary information and documentation. Serve as a knowledge resource for group requirements and firm policies and procedures. Support attorneys in developing and implementing tax strategies for clients. Handle multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and priorities are aligned. Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive client information with discretion. Communicate with court staff and clients to ensure deadlines are met and documentation completed. Record wills and orders, prepare title transfer documents (such as distribution deeds, mineral deeds and conveyances, assignments, and homestead exemption applications and related property tax documentation), and handle correspondence with operators. Handle hardcopy paper original wills, letters testamentary, deeds and related original documents. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of probate courts processes and procedures. Strong attention to detail, problem solving and organizational skills. Knowledge of utilizing legal research tools and databases as well as tax return and valuation software. Exceptional verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills and client interfacing abilities. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team in a fast-paced environment. Good teamwork skills within and across practice groups, offices, and the firm to facilitate efficient legal service delivery. Ability to provide quality client service to both internal and external clients in a professional manner. Demonstrate willingness to learn and develop new skills. Adapt to changing assignments and priorities with readiness. Demonstrate initiative in completing routine assignments with minimal supervision. Availability to work overtime when necessary or requested. Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research databases (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis). Ability to work in the office to handle original documentation and assist in paper tax filings as applicable. Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree or any combination of training, education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential duties of the position. Minimum 2-5+ years of experience as a paralegal with a focus on Private Wealth Management. Paralegal Certificate from an ABA approved program preferred.

Job Title: Receptionist Salary/Payrate: $50-60k and AWESOME benefits!!! Work Environment: In-Office Term: Permanent / Fulltime Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired JOB DESCRIPTION #LI-JS1 Our client is seeking a skilled receptionist to be the first point of contact for clients, guests, and employees. This role plays a critical role in delivering a concierge level experience. Required 3+ years as a receptionist or in a front - office administrative role, preferably in a professional services environment. High school diploma Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Key Responsibilities Welcoming clients, visitors, vendors, and other professionals; Coordinate visitor registration Validate parking; Manage access cards; Handle multi line phone system; Scheduling conference rooms; Assist in supporting local office events and assist in clerical tasks; Prepare and submit office invoices for Director approval; Providing backup support to other office staff; Draft internal communications; Maintain internal contacts lists; Assist Office Services manager and Director of Administration. Essential Skills Exceptional and Interpersonal skills; Professional demeanor; Ability to work overtime; Comfortable working with minimal supervision. Education & Experience Bachelor's degree or Paralegal Certificate required. 3-5+ years of experience in commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, financing, leasing, construction, and development (law firm experience preferred; in-house experience considered). Notary Public license required. Compensation & Benefits Our client offers a competitive compensation package and an outstanding benefits program, including: Medical insurance 401(k) with employer contribution Life insurance Transportation fringe benefit program Generous paid time off policy Short- and long-term disability coverage

Job Title: Senior Billing Coordinator Salary/Payrate: $95K-$110K Work Environment: Hybrid (2 days onsite/3 remote) Term: Permanent Bachelor's degree required: Yes Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired JOB DESCRIPTION #LI-SS1 Our client, a well-regarded international law firm is seeking an experienced Senior Billing Coordinator to join our Houston office. This hybrid position involves two days on-site and three days remote each week. The role provides comprehensive client billing, financial analysis, and account management assistance to Firm partners, coordinating all related accounting functions across assigned practice areas using Firm systems and resources. Key Responsibilities: Oversee and prioritize complex billing projects and client financial analyses. Review outstanding balance reports and take proactive steps to resolve potential issues. Prepare invoices, billing documentation, and internal forms with all required supporting materials. Coordinate accounting workflows, ensuring timely billing, follow-up on receivables, and effective collaboration with administrative and business services teams. Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries from clients, attorneys, and staff. Provide guidance, information, and mentorship to colleagues while fostering strong internal and external working relationships. Work with supervisors to enhance departmental processes, address challenges, and implement creative solutions. Identify training and coaching needs within the team and assist with onboarding and development of staff. Maintain accurate and current financial records for assigned partners and clients. Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement of accounting procedures and professional skills. Exhibit strong communication, analytical, and organizational abilities. Adhere to Firm policies, manage resources effectively, and perform other related duties as needed. Qualifications & Competencies: Proficiency with Firm financial software (e.g., Aderant, Elite, 3E, Outlook, Excel, Word) and the ability to learn new platforms. Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Strong attention to detail, ability to manage shifting priorities, and maintain accuracy under pressure. Proven discretion, judgment, and confidentiality in handling sensitive information. Capable of working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Flexibility to adjust work hours to meet business needs. Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree required. Minimum five (5) years of experience in legal billing, accounting, or client financial analysis. Prior experience with Aderant, Elite, or 3E systems preferred.

Job Title: Associate Attorney Salary: $165-200k Work Environment: In Office Term: Permanent / Fulltime Bachelor's degree required: Yes Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired Job Description: #LI-JS1 AMS Staffing, Inc. is seeking an associate attorney to join one of its clients in the galleria area. The ideal candidate will have at least 5+ years of experience independently managing a docket of real estate defense matters from inception to trial. Trial experience is preferred for this position. This candidate must have file to trial experience managing a litigation or real estate docket with minimal supervision. Required Skills and Experience: Taking and defending depositions; Attending hearings; Attending and preparing for mediation; Trial attendance/ trial preparation; Managing negotiations; Drafting motions. Experience: 5+ years of litigation experience with a preferred background in real estate. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401(k)

Job Title: Trust & Estates Legal Assistant Salary/Payrate: $65K-$85K Work Environment: Onsite Term: Direct Hire Bachelor's degree required: No Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired JOB DESCRIPTION Our client, a well-regarded Texas based law firm, is looking for a Trust & Estates Legal Assistant to join their Houston team. Key Responsibilities Provide administrative support to multiple attorneys across various practice areas Maintain and organize digital and physical correspondence, records, and files Manage attorney calendars, monitor deadlines, and arrange meetings and court appearances Relay communications and coordinate conference calls, consultations, and virtual meetings Coordinate travel logistics and process expense reimbursement submissions Prepare legal materials including correspondence, pleadings, discovery, entity formations, and deeds Oversee document production, including redactions and Bates numbering Coordinate auxiliary services such as courier deliveries, document processing, and conference room scheduling Develop and maintain complex organizational charts File documents with the Secretary of State and conduct name availability searches Electronically file court documents and submit real property recordings Prepare, issue, and deposit checks for estate accounts Compile and distribute electronic closing binders Support trial and deposition preparation, including assistance with private offering documentation Coordinate CLE registrations and monitor attorney compliance hours Review, revise, and distribute pre-bills and client invoices Core Skills & Expertise Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Familiarity with legal timekeeping and billing platforms, preferably Aderant Typing speed of approximately 70 words per minute Strong written and verbal communication capabilities Exceptional accuracy with a high level of proofreading precision Competence in drafting, revising, and formatting legal documents Solid understanding of state and county court procedures Ability to thrive in high-volume, deadline-driven settings Qualifications Minimum of five years of progressive experience performing advanced administrative functions in a professional environment

Job Title: Personal Injury Attorney - Catastrophic and Wrongful Death Salary/Payrate: $250k annually, plus commission and AWESOME benefits!!! Work Environment: In office Term: Permanent Bachelor's degree required: Yes Referral Fee: AMS will pay $1000 should the person you refer gets hired JOB DESCRIPTION: #LI-JS1 Our client is seeking is seeking a Senior Trial Attorney managing a docket of Personal Injury Matters particularly managing catastrophic death cases. This attorney will be handling matters in value of $5M and up and must have experience managing these cases from file to trial. Key Responsibilities: Independently manage a docket of exclusive catastrophic and personal injury matters from inception to trial; Manage strategy and key approach to the litigation tactics of a case; Manage budget and project estimated expenses and costs of cases including expert retention and other overhead incurred; Attend depositions, mediation, hearings; Draft complex motions, briefs, and other legal documents; Assess case value; Qualifications: Demonstrated ability to work independently managing high value matters. Trial attendance as 1st chair in cases of high value. Experience taking and defending depositions. Experience drafting complex motions. Education & Experience: Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas. Minimum of 4+ managing catastrophic matters plus an additional 3+ years in personal injury matters.

Job Title: Litigation Paralegal Salary: $85-$115K Work Environment: In Office Term: Permanent / Fulltime Bachelor's degree required: Yes Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired Job Description: #LI-KK1 AMS Staffing, Inc. is seeking an litigation paralegal to join one of its clients in the Post Oak area. The ideal candidate will have at least 5+ years of experience independently managing a docket of Complex Litigation matters from inception to trial. Trial experience as well as eDiscovery experience is required for this position. This candidate must have file to trial experience managing a docket of complex litigation matters with minimal supervision. Required Skills and Experience: Managing discovery; Reviewing documents in iPro; Navigating Trial Director during trials; Preparing for mediation; Trial attendance/ trial preparation; Preparing first drafts of motions; Experience: 5+ years of litigation experience with a preferred background in complex/multi district matters. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401(k)

Job Description Job Title: Legal Executive Assistant Salary: $80-95K Work Environment: Hybrid (4 in 1 out) Term: Permanent / Fulltime Bachelor's degree required: Preferred #LI-JS1 Responsibilities: Provide executive support to partners and Of Counsel across litigation and transactional practice groups. Work closely with assigned attorneys to manage daily schedules and practice coordination. Handle administrative tasks including calendar management, meeting preparation, time entry, document editing, correspondence, expense reports, and phone coverage. Support client onboarding, billing, and client relationship activities. Arrange domestic and international travel, including flights, hotels, transportation, and detailed itineraries. Provide backup support to team members and coordinate with internal departments as needed. Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree preferred. 7+ years relevant experience required, preferably in a law firm environment. Highly skilled in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to quickly learn and utilize industry specific computer applications. Experience in Adobe, Workshare Compare, Best Authority and Litera Forte preferred.

Job Title: Trial Attorney Salary: DOE Work Environment: In Office Term: Permanent / Fulltime Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired Job Description: #LI-JS1 AMS Staffing, Inc. is seeking a trial attorney to join one of its clients in the greenway area. The ideal candidate will have at least 5+ years of experience independently managing a docket of personal injury matters from inception to trial. Trial experience is required for this position. This candidate must have file to trial experience managing a personal injury docket with minimal supervision. Required Skills and Experience: Taking and defending depositions; Attending hearings; Attending and preparing for mediation; Trial attendance/ trial preparation; Managing negotiations; Drafting motions. Experience: 5+ years of personal injury experience. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401(k)

Job Title: Litigation Paralegal Salary/Payrate: $80K-$100K annually and AWESOME benefits!!! Work Environment: Onsite Term: Permanent / Fulltime Bachelor's degree required: No Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired JOB DESCRIPTION #LI-JR1 Our client is seeking a highly experienced Litigation Paralegal to support our trial attorneys in managing a high-volume litigation docket. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and possess extensive knowledge of state and federal court procedures. Furthermore, the ideal candidate will have experience with the Public Utilities Commission and/or the Texas Railroad Commission (this is not an absolute requirement) Key Responsibilities: Draft and format shell discovery responses, correspondence, and pleading shells Prepare hearing and trial notebooks Manage and maintain calendaring of court deadlines, hearings, and discovery obligations E-file documents in state and federal courts using E-File Texas and PACER/ECF Assist with trial preparation Perform internet and legal research using Westlaw and other platforms Qualifications: Minimum of five (5) years of litigation paralegal experience in a law firm setting Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Westlaw, PACER/ECF, and E-File Texas Strong internet research and analytical skills Exceptional attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines Willingness to work overtime as needed, including occasional evenings or weekends during trial prep

Job Title: Attorney Salary: $180-250k Work Environment: In Office Term: Permanent / Fulltime Bachelor's degree required: Yes Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired Job Description: #LI-JS1 AMS Staffing, Inc. is seeking an associate attorney to join one of its clients in the Post Oak area. The ideal candidate will have at least 5+ years of experience independently managing a docket of Complex Litigation matters from inception to trial. Trial experience is required for this position. This candidate must have file to trial experience managing a litigation docket with an emphasis on complex matters with minimal supervision. Required Skills and Experience: Taking and defending depositions; Attending hearings; Attending and preparing for mediation; Trial attendance/ trial preparation; Managing negotiations; Drafting motions. Experience: 5+ years of litigation experience with a preferred background in complex/multi district matters. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401(k)

Job Title: Litigation Paralegal Salary/Payrate: $80-95k, bonus and AWESOME benefits!!! Work Environment: Onsite (some wfh flex) Term: Permanent Bachelor's degree required: No Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired Job Description: AMS Staffing, Inc. is seeking an litigation paralegal to join one of its clients in the Greenway area. The ideal candidate will have at least 5+ years of experience independently managing a docket of Personal Injury Litigation matters from inception to trial. This candidate must have file to trial experience managing a docket of personal injury litigation matters with minimal supervision. Required Skills and Experience: Managing discovery; Prepare and compile documents for depositions; Draft Motions/Pleadings; Coordinate with experts; Trial attendance/ trial preparation; Preparing first drafts of motions; Experience: 5+ years of litigation experience with a preferred background in personal injury matters. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401(k)

Please send resume in WORD format should you be interested in this Personal Injury Litigation Attorney position with one of our clients located in Houston, Texas. This is a full-time role with a salary of $100-120K/year (depending upon experience) plus excellent benefits. #LI-JS1 Job Title: Personal Injury Litigation Attorney Location: Houston, Texas Salary: 100 - 120k Work Environment: In office Job Description: AMS Staffing, Inc. has partnered with a boutique firm in the Greenway area to source a Litigation Attorney to join its growing practice. The ideal candidate will have 1-4 years of experience handling personal injury matters on the plaintiff's side. The ideal candidate have experience with managing various aspects of personal injury including auto, premises liability and other types of personal injury matters. Required Skills and Experience: Drafting pleadings and other motions; Collaborate with the team to conduct negotiations; Taking and defending depositions; Manage attorney expenses; Conducting interviews with witnesses; Perform legal research. Experience: 1-4 years at a reputable personal injury firm working as a Litigation Attorney managing a docket of personal injury matters. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO.