Legal (Litigation) Secretary - Austin, TX
Legal secretary job in Austin, TX
Legal (Litigation) Secretary
Thompson Coe, an insurance defense law firm, is seeking a full-time Legal (Litigation) Secretary to provide secretarial support to 4+ attorneys. Qualified candidates will have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
Job Duties:
Provides administrative support to a team of civil litigation defense attorneys;
Draft basic legal documents including standard pleadings, discovery and correspondence for review by the attorneys;
Manage and maintain attorney's calendars, including litigation deadlines and scheduling meetings;
Basic accounting duties including processing vendor invoices, preparing check requests and submitting invoices / expense reports for payment to the client or accounting;
Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails, phone calls and mail;
Manages E-filing in both state and federal courts using e-File Texas and NextGen;
Enters attorney time into billing system using L & A codes on billing software;
Run conflict checks and open new client matters; including closing files;
Exercises discretion and maintains information of a confidential nature;
Communicate with clients, court personnel and other counsel in a professional manner;
Able to multi-task to assist with handling a busy litigation docket;
Occasional overtime, as needed and other duties as assigned;
Qualifications:
Three plus (5+) years of recent litigation experience in a law firm. Defense litigation experience preferred;
Some knowledge of the litigation process; rules of procedure; excellent litigation, secretarial, grammar, and proofreading skills;
Proactive approach with taking the initiative and owning your own work product;
High proficiency in MS Office Suite;
Ability to operate standard office equipment;
Experience with electronic court filings (state and federal);
Familiarity with DMS (document management system), preferably iManage;
Ability to turn constructive feedback into best practices for future use;
Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with co-workers, clients, courts and opposing counsel and be proactive about seeking clarification of ambiguities;
Ability to read and understand attorney mail and email;
Typing speed of 65+ words per minute;
Legal Secretary
Legal secretary job in Dallas, TX
RREAF Holdings is a privately held commercial real estate firm based in Dallas, Texas with a history of success in the acquisition, development, asset management, ownership, repositioning, and financing of complex real estate projects throughout the United States.
About the role: We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Secretary to support the Legal Department of a real estate development firm specializing in land development, multifamily housing, and hospitality ventures.
This role provides critical administrative support to the company's in-house legal team, helping to manage real estate transactions, entity filings, and documentation throughout the development process. The ideal candidate is dependable, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and attention to detail are key.
Location: Dallas, TX
Onsite: 100%
Key Responsibilities
Organize and maintain legal and corporate files (both electronic and physical), ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and accessibility.
At the completion of each deal, assemble and finalize comprehensive closing binders, ensuring all executed documents, exhibits, and correspondence are properly organized and archived.
Coordinate document execution, notarization, and distribution for contracts, closings, and other legal materials.
Track, coordinate and respond to internal requests for legal documents or project records.
Assist with title, survey, and due diligence coordination for acquisitions and development projects.
Prepare and submit basic corporate filings, including entity formations, annual reports, and registrations.
Maintain organized systems for contracts, permits, and other project-related documentation.
Support general administrative needs.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required.
2-4 years of administrative or legal support experience, ideally within a real estate, land development, or construction-related environment.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfort with digital filing systems.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
Paralegal
Legal secretary job in Houston, TX
About the Company
A growing, fast-paced real estate investment and development firm specializing in commercial assets and renewable energy projects. The team is lean, collaborative, and execution-driven, working hands-on across complex, high-volume transactions.
Position Overview
The company is seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to independently manage due diligence, support asset acquisitions, and coordinate closings across multiple transactions. This is a highly autonomous role suited for a proactive, detail-oriented professional who can take full ownership of the closing process and operate with limited oversight.
You will partner closely with the Closing Lead and work alongside legal, acquisitions, and cross-functional teams on ongoing land and asset purchases.
Key Responsibilities
Transaction & Closing Management
Lead and coordinate all aspects of due diligence and closing processes for commercial real estate and renewable energy transactions.
Prepare, review, and manage closing deliverables, checklists, and documentation.
Draft, review, and organize transaction documents prior to attorney review.
Document & Legal Support
Review surveys, title commitments, title policies, easements, ALTA documents, and related real estate materials.
Prepare summaries, identify issues or discrepancies, and escalate findings to attorneys or the Closing Lead.
Manage signatures, notarizations, paperwork, and document routing.
Maintain organized, accurate closing files and document retention systems.
Independent Workflow Management
Operate with autonomy and take initiative to move transactions forward.
Proactively identify gaps, anticipate needs, and propose solutions to keep deals on schedule.
Cross-Functional Coordination
Collaborate daily with legal, land acquisition, finance, and operations teams.
Liaise with title companies, outside counsel, surveyors, utility reps, and third-party stakeholders.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Required Experience
7-10+ years total professional experience, including 3-4+ years in commercial real estate, land, or renewable energy transactions.
Background in one or more of the following:
Commercial real estate law firm
Renewable energy developer (legal or land department)
Title company (Stewart Title or comparable major provider)
Required Skills & Attributes
Strong understanding of real estate due diligence and closing processes.
Ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Highly organized, meticulous, and able to work independently.
Strong communication skills and comfort working with attorneys, title officers, and external parties.
Work Environment
Full-time, in-office role due to the hands-on nature of documents and closings.
Occasional ad-hoc flexibility available for personal appointments or short-term remote needs.
Not a hybrid or remote position.
Legal Secretary
Legal secretary job in Houston, TX
Job Description
Legal Secretary - Corporate & Litigation Support
Type: Full-Time, Hybrid
Salary Range: $73,000 - $100,000 base
About the Opportunity
Our client, a leading Am Law 100 firm, is seeking a Legal Secretary to provide administrative and client service support to attorneys, practice groups, and clients. This role offers the opportunity to work in a highly collaborative and client-focused environment while supporting both corporate and litigation teams.
What You'll Do
Provide consistent in-office support to foster collaboration, cross-training, and peer-level assistance
Manage and coordinate legal practice tasks, projects, and administrative functions
Handle billing-related tasks, time and expense entry, new matter openings, and client meeting coordination
Draft, edit, and file legal documents and correspondence with courts and agencies
Maintain client materials within the document management system
Support the client billing process, including proofreading, task code application, rate changes, write-offs, and expense reporting
Assist attorneys with managing legal and administrative practices, ensuring superior client service
Manage scheduling, presentations, and reporting for attorneys and practice groups
Provide flexibility and adaptability in handling additional assignments and special projects as needed
What You Bring
At least 4 years of legal secretarial or related legal administrative experience (required)
Corporate law experience (required)
Litigation support experience (preferred)
Bachelor's degree preferred
Advanced organizational, prioritization, and delegation skills
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Knowledge of timekeeping, expense processing, and legal billing procedures
Familiarity with court, jurisdictional, and agency processes
Strong written and oral communication skills with attention to grammar, spelling, and deadlines
Legal Secretary (Dallas, TX)
Legal secretary job in Dallas, TX
SAFREST Resources is currently conducting a confidential search for a Law Firm client in the following city. Based in Dallas, the Legal Secretary role involves providing extensive secretarial support to attorneys specializing in litigation and corporate/transactional practice areas. This position reports to the Dallas office location Director of Administration.
Responsibilities include:
Assisting in drafting letters, spreadsheets, presentations and shells/templates, including complex formatting and preparation of documents for filing with appellate courts, district courts and various state courts through attorney service and e-filing portals. This includes, but is not limited to, tables of authorities, exhibits, declarations and [proposed] orders.
Prepare corporate closing binders and signature packets, calculate litigation calendaring deadlines, coordinate and schedule depositions and office meetings and arrange and coordinate travel through office travel agency.
Familiarity with signature packets and real estate transaction closings is helpful but not required.
Candidate must have the ability to research and obtain information, facilitate the completion of forms and processes, and other administrative tasks, including processing invoices, reimbursements and reviewing time entries.
Successful candidate must have strong litigation skills, the ability to work effectively with various courts, agencies, firm departments and offices, engage resources in an appropriate manner and complete other job duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified candidate must have comprehensive knowledge of legal office procedures, demonstrate initiative and have strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, as well as the ability to use good judgment in handling tasks in a timely and professional manner with limited supervision.
Strong attention to detail, organization, solid computer proficiencies and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and problem solving while remaining calm in deadline-driven situations is required.
Candidate will also exhibit a work ethic of punctuality and reliability.
Excellent grammar, punctuation, proofreading and spelling skills is integral
EXPERIENCE
10 + years of experience supporting corporate and litigation attorneys at a law firm.
2+ years of experience in professional services preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; experience in Adobe, Forms Workflow, Workshare Compare and Best Authority preferred.
Compensation & Benefits:
The annual compensation range for this position is $75-90k. The salary offered within this range will depend upon qualifications and other operational considerations.
Benefits offered for this position include health care; retirement benefits; paid days off, including sick time, and vacation time; parental leave; basic life insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts; as well as discretionary, performance-based bonuses.
Legal Secretary - Commercial Direct Placement - Greenburg Traurig
Legal secretary job in Austin, TX
Legal Support Specialist (Legal Secretary) Employment Type: Full-Time, Experienced - Employer will be Greenburg Traurig Department: Legal Services CGS is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to provide high-level administrative, clerical, and legal support for Greenburg Traurig, a large global law firm.
CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities.
Skills and attributes for success:
* Handles scheduling and travel arrangements. Schedules court appearances, depositions, arbitrations, mediations, client meetings and conference calls; arranges business itineraries and coordinates lawyers' travel arrangements; processes travel reimbursement, maintains calendar and due dates for lawyers as required
* Sorts, reads and annotates incoming mail and documents as required. Answers phones and directs callers to appropriate persons as circumstances warrant
* Types and composes general correspondence, memos, legal documents, faxes, reports, etc. from various sources. Responsible for accuracy and clarity of final copy. Ensures that all correspondence or other documentation is dispatched in a timely manner (via mail, messenger, express delivery services, etc.)
* Prepares draft documents such as briefs, complaints, motions, subpoenas, summonses, using firm templates and information from attorneys. Prepares motion binders and special working binders
* Coordinates multi-document filings in Federal, Circuit and State courts, including E-filings
* Establishes and maintains filing and records, in both hard copy and electronic formats.
* Enters lawyers' time as needed and sends to accounting by month-end deadlines. Prepares client billing as required
* Oversees and conducts document reviews; prepares documentation regarding criteria changes; tracks and reports on review progress and results
* Performs analytical tasks, including preparing witness interview memoranda, reviewing and summarizing documents and deposition and court transcripts and creating and using substantive coding tools
* Performs and oversees both simple and complex cite checking and proof reading of briefs and other legal documents
* Assists with trial preparation, including creating trial notebooks, identifying and organizing exhibits, coordinating witness schedules, maintaining trial calendars and communicating effectively with opposing counsel and courtroom staff
* Assists with printing, scanning, organizing exhibit binders, preparing UPS labels and certified letters
* Assists with other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned
Skills & Competencies:
* Proficiency with rules for court document filings
* Comprehension of a variety of legal court documents, including complaints, answers, rulings, judgments, affidavits, motions, appeals, table of contents/authorities, subpoenas, court dockets, reports, memos and correspondence
* Strong ability to maintain high standards, use good judgment and seek out ways to contribute and anticipate needs
* Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and ability to manage time effectively
* Excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills and the ability to collaborate well in a team
* Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience preferred
* Minimum 10 years of experience in a law firm as a Litigation legal secretary/assistant
* Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, as well as document management and other office technologies, expertise in e-filing
* Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly
Our Commitment:
Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems.
For the past seven years, we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work.
Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come.
Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Join our team and become part of government innovation!
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$70,000 - $80,000 a year
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Legal Secretary
Legal secretary job in Houston, TX
Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms. We're also Mansfield Certified Plus.
Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Legal Secretary position in our Houston Office.
This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.
The Position
This is an excellent opportunity for legal professionals seeking to expand their careers who are interested in gaining fast-paced professional experience with a national law firm.
Key Responsibilities:
Craft and Prepare Legal Documents: Skillfully draft and finalize pleadings and discovery documents for filing and service, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Orchestrate Key Legal Events: Coordinate and schedule depositions, seamlessly managing communication between attorneys, clients, witnesses, and court reporters.
Plan Strategic Meetings: Schedule and organize conference calls, on-site and off-site meetings, facilitating smooth collaboration among team members.
Design Travel Itineraries: Arrange and coordinate comprehensive travel plans, ensuring hassle-free logistics for attorneys and clients.
Master Case Calendars: Efficiently manage the scheduling of depositions, hearings, trials and all critical dates, maintaining precision and organization.
Optimize Outlook Scheduling: Oversee attorneys' Outlook calendars flawlessly, organizing appointments, conferences, and meetings.
Open New Legal Matters: Initiate new client matters in Intapp, perform thorough conflict checks for partner review and prepare personalized engagement letters.
Streamline Document Management: Expertly organize, save, and manage documents and emails in the document management system, maintaining easy access to all key information.
Stay Ahead of Court Rules: Become proficient in court rules and filing procedures to ensure smooth and compliant submissions.
Manage Attorney Expenses: Submit expense reports for attorneys with efficiency and accuracy, supporting smooth financial operations.
Handle Vendor Billing: Manage third-party vendor bills, processing check requests, and liaising with accounting to ensure timely payments.
Qualifications
Seasoned Litigation Expert: Bring 5+ years of proven experience in the fast-paced world of litigation, confidently navigating complex cases from discovery through trial.
Master of Legal Procedures: Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of litigation, including e-filings, trial procedures, and intricate federal and state rules and procedures.
Tech-Savvy Legal Professional: Leverage your expertise with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) to streamline legal processes and enhance productivity.
eDockets & Document Management Proficiency: Prior experience working with eDockets and advanced document management systems like iManage highly preferred, enabling you to stay organized and efficient in document-heavy cases.
Relationship-Builder: Possess strong interpersonal skills, allowing you to cultivate positive relationships with attorneys, clients, and court personnel alike.
Organizational Guru: Excel in organizational excellence with a proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where multi-tasking and prioritization are key to success.
Self-Starter & Independent Worker: Take initiative and work autonomously with confidence in handling complex tasks and competing priorities with ease.
Pressure-Proof Performer: Remain calm, flexible and proactive when working under pressure, offering creative solutions, and maintaining efficiency in any situation.
Effective Communicator: Showcase outstanding written and verbal communication skills, ensuring clarity, professionalism, and attention to detail in every interaction.
Why Should You Apply?
Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits
Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at *********************************.
Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. It is the Firm's policy that employment will be based on merit, qualifications, and competence. Further, employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicants race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking, past or present service in the uniformed services or application or obligation to serve in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Wilson Elser endeavors to make the Wilson Elser website accessible to any and all users. You may review our Accessibility Policy here.
California Residents may review our CCPA notice for applicants and employees here.
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Auto-ApplyLegal Secretary (Corporate/Transactional Law)
Legal secretary job in Houston, TX
SourcePro Search is conducting a search for a Legal Secretary with 4+ years of experience in corporate/transactional law in Houston, TX. The successful candidate will provide administrative client services to both internal and external clients. What You'll Do:
Maintain a consistent physical presence required to facilitate an interactive and collaborative environment ensuring that assignments, cross-training, and peer level support are optimized to provide seamless support;
Coordinate legal practice tasks and projects;
Coordinate administrative functions and facilitate completion of tasks including such as finance/ billing-related tasks, time and expense entry, opening of new matters, client presentations, meetings and other administrative projects as assigned;
Coordinate with and delegate to Firm resources including DPS, Williams Lea, Client Service Center, practice support or similar departments in International offices in the handling of tasks and projects;
Prepare complex legal documents and correspondence; File with appropriate court or agency; Apply subject matter expertise in coordination of legal practice tasks and projects;
Coordinate support through the Finance Department including: edit and review process of client bills; correct time entry and promotion of time entry best practices;
Review and support of the client billing process to include: proofreading, application of task codes and matter management skills, coinciding math aptitude and skills to support rates, rate changes, write-offs, preparation of expense reporting and audits as required, maintenance and consistency with billing protocols and other accounting functions;
Manage the legal and administrative practices of attorneys and facilitate service levels that meet client requirements; and
Work overtime as required.
What You'll Bring:
Bachelor's degree (preferred);
At least 4 years of legal secretarial experience or relevant legal experience (required);
Corporate/Transactional experience (preferred).
Advanced ability to organize, prioritize, coordinate, delegate and work as part of a team;
Advanced to Expert proficiency in rules of English grammar, spelling and punctuation; bilingual proficiency as may be required;
Advanced proficiency in MS Word and document editing/comparison applications;
Advanced proficiency in MS Outlook and web-based conference call/web-sharing applications;
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and spreadsheet/database applications;
Advanced proficiency in MS PowerPoint and presentation applications;
Advanced knowledge of time keeping, expense processing and legal billing;
Advanced knowledge of relevant jurisdictional/court/agency processes and procedures;
Advanced proficiency in document management applications;
Proven ability to function as a coordinator with other firm-wide departments with necessary communication skills to transfer instructions/data, verify results, resolution of conflict and delivery or results; and
Excellent written and oral communications required with strong ability meet deadlines and provide results while supporting Firm policy and procedures.
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Legal Secretary
Legal secretary job in Houston, TX
Job Description
Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms. We're also Mansfield Certified Plus.
Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Legal Secretary position in our Houston Office.
This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.
The Position
This is an excellent opportunity for legal professionals seeking to expand their careers who are interested in gaining fast-paced professional experience with a national law firm.
Key Responsibilities:
Craft and Prepare Legal Documents: Skillfully draft and finalize pleadings and discovery documents for filing and service, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Orchestrate Key Legal Events: Coordinate and schedule depositions, seamlessly managing communication between attorneys, clients, witnesses, and court reporters.
Plan Strategic Meetings: Schedule and organize conference calls, on-site and off-site meetings, facilitating smooth collaboration among team members.
Design Travel Itineraries: Arrange and coordinate comprehensive travel plans, ensuring hassle-free logistics for attorneys and clients.
Master Case Calendars: Efficiently manage the scheduling of depositions, hearings, trials and all critical dates, maintaining precision and organization.
Optimize Outlook Scheduling: Oversee attorneys' Outlook calendars flawlessly, organizing appointments, conferences, and meetings.
Open New Legal Matters: Initiate new client matters in Intapp, perform thorough conflict checks for partner review and prepare personalized engagement letters.
Streamline Document Management: Expertly organize, save, and manage documents and emails in the document management system, maintaining easy access to all key information.
Stay Ahead of Court Rules: Become proficient in court rules and filing procedures to ensure smooth and compliant submissions.
Manage Attorney Expenses: Submit expense reports for attorneys with efficiency and accuracy, supporting smooth financial operations.
Handle Vendor Billing: Manage third-party vendor bills, processing check requests, and liaising with accounting to ensure timely payments.
Qualifications
Seasoned Litigation Expert: Bring 5+ years of proven experience in the fast-paced world of litigation, confidently navigating complex cases from discovery through trial.
Master of Legal Procedures: Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of litigation, including e-filings, trial procedures, and intricate federal and state rules and procedures.
Tech-Savvy Legal Professional: Leverage your expertise with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) to streamline legal processes and enhance productivity.
eDockets & Document Management Proficiency: Prior experience working with eDockets and advanced document management systems like iManage highly preferred, enabling you to stay organized and efficient in document-heavy cases.
Relationship-Builder: Possess strong interpersonal skills, allowing you to cultivate positive relationships with attorneys, clients, and court personnel alike.
Organizational Guru: Excel in organizational excellence with a proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where multi-tasking and prioritization are key to success.
Self-Starter & Independent Worker: Take initiative and work autonomously with confidence in handling complex tasks and competing priorities with ease.
Pressure-Proof Performer: Remain calm, flexible and proactive when working under pressure, offering creative solutions, and maintaining efficiency in any situation.
Effective Communicator: Showcase outstanding written and verbal communication skills, ensuring clarity, professionalism, and attention to detail in every interaction.
Why Should You Apply?
Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits
Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at talentacquisition@wilsonelser.com.
Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. It is the Firm's policy that employment will be based on merit, qualifications, and competence. Further, employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicants race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking, past or present service in the uniformed services or application or obligation to serve in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Wilson Elser endeavors to make the Wilson Elser website accessible to any and all users. You may review our Accessibility Policy here.
California Residents may review our CCPA notice for applicants and employees here.
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TxDMV - Legal Secretary
Legal secretary job in Austin, TX
TxDMV - Legal Secretary (00054064) Organization: TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES Primary Location: Texas-Austin Work Locations: Camp Hubbard Bldg 5 3800 Jackson Ave Bldg 5 Austin 78731-6005 Job: Office and Administrative Support Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full-time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.
00 Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time State Job Code: 3567 Salary Admin Plan: A Grade: 17 Salary (Pay Basis): 3,800.
00 - 3,900.
00 (Monthly) Number of Openings: 1 Overtime Status: Non-exempt Job Posting: Dec 29, 2025, 12:00:00 AM Closing Date: Jan 12, 2026, 11:59:00 PM Description State Title: Legal Secretary III (3567) This position is hybrid in Austin.
Employees are required to report to the office as directed (subject to change).
Submission of Application:Your application must be complete, accurate and reflect all experience and education.
Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification.
"See Resume" is not accepted in lieu of a completed online State of Texas application but attached resumes may be considered as additional supplemental information.
o apply for this position, complete an on-line application either through the Applicant Career Section or WorkInTexas.
TxDMV does not accept paper applications.
Applicants who require an accommodation for the interview process should contact Human Resources at ************ when contacted to schedule an interview.
GENERAL DESCRIPTIONOur mission at the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) is to serve, protect and advance the citizens and industries in the state with quality motor vehicle related services.
We are a dynamic state agency dedicated to customer service, consumer protection and the success of motor vehicle-related industries.
Performs complex legal secretarial work in support of the Office of Administrative Hearings.
Performs a wide range of complex tasks and maintains confidentiality of sensitive correspondence and communications.
Work requires contact with high-level executives, attorneys, governmental agencies, and officials.
Creates and maintains case files, office calendar and databases; performs legal administrative support work such as preparing and editing correspondence, reports, forms, and documents; logging and tracking case statuses and deadlines; compiling statistical data; creating reports; scheduling and coordinating meetings and hearings; responding to written and oral inquiries.
Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIESProvides information in response to procedural requests, correspondence, and oral inquiries.
Prepares, proofreads, and edits legal and administrative documents and reports.
Composes, edits, and reviews correspondence, memoranda, and miscellaneous reports.
Compiles and enters statistical data for Office of Administrative Hearings reports, charts, graphs, databases, summaries, or case status updates.
Organizes, indexes, and files legal and administrative documents.
Schedules and coordinates travel.
Schedules use of fleet vehicles and maintains records.
Provides logistical support for interviews, meetings, and court hearings.
Monitors inventory, drafts requisitions, and tracks purchase orders.
Monitors deadlines.
Maintains and updates appointment calendars.
Checks citations, quotations, footnotes, and references for accuracy as needed.
Maintains assorted logs, manuals, notebooks, and other records.
Implements and oversees record retention in accordance with Departmental policies.
Reviews and processes mail for legal staff.
Answers phone and provides general information or routes calls as appropriate.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEducation and ExperienceAssociate degree or equivalent college education course work plus four (4) years' experience in legal support work.
Additional work-related experience may be substituted for college education on a year per year basis.
(Experience requirements may be satisfied by full-time experience or the prorated part-time equivalent.
BENEFITSThe State of Texas offers a variety of benefits for you and your family that are comprehensive and, on average, make up about one-third of total compensation.
Benefits include:ü Retirement Planü Paid Group Health & Life Insurance for employeesü Paid Holidaysü Paid Vacation Leaveü Paid Sick Leaveü Longevity Payü Dentalü Visionü Dependent Optional Life Insuranceü Voluntary AD&D Insuranceü Dependent Health & Life Insuranceü Health & Dependent care flexible spending accountsü Tuition Assistance ProgramQUALIFIED EMPLOYER: In addition, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles is considered a qualified employer for the Department of Education's Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION AND/OR LICENSUREA valid Class "C" driver's license is required.
If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas Driver's License within 30 days after entering Texas as a new resident.
A satisfactory driving record is required for operating state or personal vehicles to conduct department business.
Job offers and continuation of employment is contingent upon:· Proof of education and experience listed on the application· Eligibility to work in the United States· Satisfactory results from a pre-employment criminal history background check and driver's record check· Compliance with Selective Service registration for males ages 18-25· Required to attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with department policies and procedures.
MilitaryIf selected for the position the following must be provided for proof of military employment preference:· Veteran must provide form DD 214· Surviving Spouse or Orphan must provide DD 1300 or DD 214.
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes that may correspond to the state classification title for this position are listed on the State Auditor's Office Job Descriptions; click on the occupational category for the position.
Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office Military Crosswalk Guide.
The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information.
SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONYour application must be complete, accurate and reflect all experience and education.
Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification.
"See Resume" is not accepted in lieu of a completed online State of Texas application but attached resumes may be considered as additional supplemental information.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYERThe Texas Department of Motor Vehicles is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, pregnancy, disability, military status, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.
The TxDMV provides accommodations for persons with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act.
If you need help with the employment process or require other accommodations, please contact the Human Resources office for assistance on ************.
Auto-ApplyTxDMV - Legal Secretary
Legal secretary job in Austin, TX
TxDMV - Legal Secretary (00054064) Organization: TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES Primary Location: Texas-Austin Work Locations: Camp Hubbard Bldg 5 3800 Jackson Ave Bldg 5 Austin 78731-6005 Job: Office and Administrative Support Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full-time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.
00 Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time State Job Code: 3567 Salary Admin Plan: A Grade: 17 Salary (Pay Basis): 3,800.
00 - 3,900.
00 (Monthly) Number of Openings: 1 Overtime Status: Non-exempt Job Posting: Dec 29, 2025, 6:00:00 AM Closing Date: Jan 13, 2026, 5:59:00 AM Description State Title: Legal Secretary III (3567) This position is hybrid in Austin.
Employees are required to report to the office as directed (subject to change).
Submission of Application:Your application must be complete, accurate and reflect all experience and education.
Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification.
"See Resume" is not accepted in lieu of a completed online State of Texas application but attached resumes may be considered as additional supplemental information.
o apply for this position, complete an on-line application either through the Applicant Career Section or WorkInTexas.
TxDMV does not accept paper applications.
Applicants who require an accommodation for the interview process should contact Human Resources at ************ when contacted to schedule an interview.
GENERAL DESCRIPTIONOur mission at the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) is to serve, protect and advance the citizens and industries in the state with quality motor vehicle related services.
We are a dynamic state agency dedicated to customer service, consumer protection and the success of motor vehicle-related industries.
Performs complex legal secretarial work in support of the Office of Administrative Hearings.
Performs a wide range of complex tasks and maintains confidentiality of sensitive correspondence and communications.
Work requires contact with high-level executives, attorneys, governmental agencies, and officials.
Creates and maintains case files, office calendar and databases; performs legal administrative support work such as preparing and editing correspondence, reports, forms, and documents; logging and tracking case statuses and deadlines; compiling statistical data; creating reports; scheduling and coordinating meetings and hearings; responding to written and oral inquiries.
Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIESProvides information in response to procedural requests, correspondence, and oral inquiries.
Prepares, proofreads, and edits legal and administrative documents and reports.
Composes, edits, and reviews correspondence, memoranda, and miscellaneous reports.
Compiles and enters statistical data for Office of Administrative Hearings reports, charts, graphs, databases, summaries, or case status updates.
Organizes, indexes, and files legal and administrative documents.
Schedules and coordinates travel.
Schedules use of fleet vehicles and maintains records.
Provides logistical support for interviews, meetings, and court hearings.
Monitors inventory, drafts requisitions, and tracks purchase orders.
Monitors deadlines.
Maintains and updates appointment calendars.
Checks citations, quotations, footnotes, and references for accuracy as needed.
Maintains assorted logs, manuals, notebooks, and other records.
Implements and oversees record retention in accordance with Departmental policies.
Reviews and processes mail for legal staff.
Answers phone and provides general information or routes calls as appropriate.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEducation and ExperienceAssociate degree or equivalent college education course work plus four (4) years' experience in legal support work.
Additional work-related experience may be substituted for college education on a year per year basis.
(Experience requirements may be satisfied by full-time experience or the prorated part-time equivalent.
BENEFITSThe State of Texas offers a variety of benefits for you and your family that are comprehensive and, on average, make up about one-third of total compensation.
Benefits include:ü Retirement Planü Paid Group Health & Life Insurance for employeesü Paid Holidaysü Paid Vacation Leaveü Paid Sick Leaveü Longevity Payü Dentalü Visionü Dependent Optional Life Insuranceü Voluntary AD&D Insuranceü Dependent Health & Life Insuranceü Health & Dependent care flexible spending accountsü Tuition Assistance ProgramQUALIFIED EMPLOYER: In addition, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles is considered a qualified employer for the Department of Education's Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION AND/OR LICENSUREA valid Class "C" driver's license is required.
If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas Driver's License within 30 days after entering Texas as a new resident.
A satisfactory driving record is required for operating state or personal vehicles to conduct department business.
Job offers and continuation of employment is contingent upon:· Proof of education and experience listed on the application· Eligibility to work in the United States· Satisfactory results from a pre-employment criminal history background check and driver's record check· Compliance with Selective Service registration for males ages 18-25· Required to attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with department policies and procedures.
MilitaryIf selected for the position the following must be provided for proof of military employment preference:· Veteran must provide form DD 214· Surviving Spouse or Orphan must provide DD 1300 or DD 214.
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes that may correspond to the state classification title for this position are listed on the State Auditor's Office Job Descriptions; click on the occupational category for the position.
Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office Military Crosswalk Guide.
The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information.
SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONYour application must be complete, accurate and reflect all experience and education.
Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification.
"See Resume" is not accepted in lieu of a completed online State of Texas application but attached resumes may be considered as additional supplemental information.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYERThe Texas Department of Motor Vehicles is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, pregnancy, disability, military status, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.
The TxDMV provides accommodations for persons with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act.
If you need help with the employment process or require other accommodations, please contact the Human Resources office for assistance on ************.
Auto-ApplyLegal Secretary - Austin, Texas
Legal secretary job in Austin, TX
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Legal Secretary - Austin, Texas Confidential Search Solutions is assisting a respected boutique national law firm in Austin in hiring an experienced Legal Secretary to support a busy team of attorneys.
Prepare, revise, and finalize legal correspondence, pleadings, and supporting documents
Manage workflow for case files, including organizing records and maintaining accurate documentation
Coordinate attorney schedules, court dates, and internal meetings
Handle e-filing and submission of documents in state and federal courts
Maintain regular communication with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel
Provide general administrative support to ensure efficient daily operations
Required Qualifications:
Prior experience as a Legal Secretary within a law firm setting
Strong attention to detail and excellent proofreading skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal software applications
Professional communication skills and a strong sense of confidentiality
Legal Secretary
Legal secretary job in San Antonio, TX
A prestigious law firm is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary to support a busy legal team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional, team-oriented culture with long-term stability and growth.
THIS COMPANY OFFERS…
Boutique law firm with a long-standing reputation
Professional, team-oriented culture with community involvement
Beautiful offices in a central San Antonio location
Exposure to influential business and community leaders
Competitive compensation and benefits
YOUR TYPICAL DAY...
Draft, revise, and format legal documents.
Manage attorney calendars
Prepare and compose client and corporate documents
YOU HAVE...
Proven experience in a professional legal services environment
Advanced Word processing skills
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in documents
Resilience under pressure and ability to juggle multiple priorities
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Ready to take the next step in your career?
Contact: Sarah Aragon
Direct: 210.807.5608
Email: saragon@deaconrecruting.com
Legal Secretary
Legal secretary job in Dallas, TX
A global law firm is seeking a Legal Secretary for their Dallas, Texas office. From high-profile transactions to regulatory issues and complex litigation, our lawyers harness their knowledge across multiple legal disciplines to provide a holistic perspective for sophisticated matters. This firm prides itself on offering lawyers and professional staff, countless opportunities to apply their talents toward important, challenging projects on a global stage. Their office culture attracts people with diverse skills and backgrounds who are dedicated to teamwork, collaboration, and superior client service.
Summary:
Provides lawyers and other legal personnel with executive-level administrative and secretarial assistance and support; ability to proactively manage all aspects of high-level professionals in a fast-paced environment; coordinates and maintains effective office procedures and efficient work flow; follows policies and procedures set by the Firm; establishes and maintains harmonious working relationships with top level management, supervisors, co-workers, and clients by performing the following:
Duties and Responsibilities:
Manages U.S. & Foreign travel arrangements by securing and finalizing air, hotel, rail and car reservations and ensuring accuracy in scheduling all aspects of travel. Prepares and tracks travel expense reports and other business related expenses using the electronic Accounting system and prepares detailed itineraries.
Manages and tracks reimbursements of other firm and client related expenses, such as entertainment, recruiting, etc. using the electronic Accounting system.
Maintains electronic calendar of meetings and appointments, and proactively advises lawyers of responsibilities in advance of commitment. Coordinates luncheons and schedules conference rooms for meetings using the electronic room scheduler.
Reads, responds and highlights emails of importance and keeps lawyers apprised of pressing matters. Develops and maintains email filing system and ensures proper archiving of same. Monitors spam folder for work related emails.
Inputs and maintains contacts in Outlook for assigned lawyers, pursuant to lawyer's preference.
Maintains list of principal contacts or working group lists for each client and matter.
Receives, screens and transmits telephone calls to lawyers and takes messages as necessary, with recognition of and attention to the particular needs of clients. Schedules conference calls for lawyers and effectively manages conflicting appointments. Conveys all necessary information needed for conference calls.
Creates, maintains and updates all client litigation files on a daily basis in accordance with standards set by the Records Management Center using the electronic Records Management database and maintains other files as needed. Must have thorough knowledge of indexing litigation files. Maintains current files for all correspondence.
Facilitates work with the Accounting Department to coordinate and manage tracking of client bills, analyze billing data, and respond to client inquiries/requests. Processes, tracks and apprises status of new business forms, new client/matter reports and conflict of interest checks.
Drafts, inputs and tracks daily time entries for lawyers in electronic Time Billing System, and proofreads and edits time entries for accuracy.
Proofreads and revise all documents, including engagement letters, PowerPoint presentations, memoranda, audit letters, client deliverables, and other correspondence, etc., for accuracy of copy, grammar, punctuation and syntax, and drafts correspondence.
Coordinates and quality checks work performed by Support Services for prompt production and delivery of documents.
Manage lawyers' CLEs to ensure hours are accurate and reported appropriately
Performs other job-related duties such as compiling notebooks and exhibits, and preparing documents in connection with bar association activities. Also performs other administrative tasks as needed.
Qualifications:
Education and/or Experience:
Required:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); three or more years of related work experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Word, legal terminology and formats (legal documents).
Preferred:
Law Firm Experience
Bachelor's degree
Ability to type 50-60 wpm
Legal Secretary
Legal secretary job in Dallas, TX
Legal Assistant- Civil Litigation | Dallas, TX
Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB), a multi-office national law firm, has an immediate opening for a Legal Secretary in our Dallas, TX office. This is a full-time position supporting attorneys in a civil defense litigation practice, ideal for a detail-oriented legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
As the largest minority and woman-owned law firm in the U.S., QPWB offers a collaborative culture, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth.
About the Role
The Legal Secretary will play a key role in supporting attorneys through document preparation, court filings, scheduling, and case file management. The ideal candidate will be experienced in both Texas state and federal court procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Draft and prepare legal documents and correspondence, including pleadings, motions, discovery, subpoenas, and contracts under attorney direction
Transcribe dictation with accuracy and speed
Maintain and organize case files, including electronic and physical file systems
Monitor deadlines and maintain attorney calendars for trial, discovery, and other key events
Coordinate hearings, depositions, and trial settings
Track and manage subpoena responses and discovery requests
Perform e-filing in Texas state and federal courts, including PACER
Provide general administrative and litigation support as needed
Qualifications
Minimum 3+ years of experience as a Legal Secretary in civil litigation defense
Proficiency in Texas state and federal court filing procedures, including e-filing
Strong knowledge of civil litigation processes and terminology
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to transcribe legal dictation and proofread documents accurately
Strong organizational, communication, and critical thinking skills
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a deadline-driven setting
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Physical Demands
This role involves extended periods of sitting and computer use, with occasional standing, walking, and lifting (up to 20 lbs.).
Working Conditions
The position is based in an indoor office environment with variable noise levels and occasional interruptions.
What We Offer
Competitive hourly wage commensurate with experience
Comprehensive benefits package, including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employer-paid life and short-term disability insurance
401(k) plan with generous employer match
Paid vacation, holidays, and additional time off
Supportive team environment with opportunities for growth and advancement
Apply Now
This is a great opportunity to join a respected legal team in Dallas. If you are a skilled Legal Assistant with a strong background in litigation and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply.
Submit your resume for immediate consideration.
QPWB is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Auto-ApplyLegal Secretary
Legal secretary job in Midland, TX
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. * Performs duties assigned by the District Attorney, Division Leaders and Chief Administrative Assistant. * Import of cases through Extract software from the jail. * Look up JP Paperwork and enter number and bond information into Tech Share.
* Managing the W drive by verifying that the report, car tapes, videos, audio tapes, pictures, 911 call log etc. are transferred to us in a useable format. Once verified, the DME will be attached to the correct case.
* Monitors all cases returned by the District Attorney that are waiting on DME/reports and resubmitting back to the District Attorney when requested items are received.
* Scanning of all documents and attaching to the correct case file in Tech Share.
* Scanning of all documents submitted and making sure they are categorized correctly.
* Adding notes and comments as appropriate to all scanned documents.
* Scanning of old files that get pulled from storage.
* Assists with the running of criminal histories to be attached to incoming cases.
* Maintains files of Pen Packets on all open and closed cases.
* Maintains a thorough working knowledge of and adheres to organization/project policies, regulations and procedures.
* Keeps immediate supervisor well-informed of activities, results of efforts and problems, identified or potential.
* Respects confidentiality in discussing visitors, staff, and organizational matters.
* Maintains confidentiality of organization, fiscal and personnel related information.
* Performs routine office tasks necessary for the operation and presentation of a professional office as observed by the supervisor.
* As needed, assists with clerical tasks to include typing, filing, proofreading, maintenance of service logs, and data entry.
* Handles incoming calls from the public, other offices and law enforcement agencies.
* Exhibits genuine concern for visitors and staff, and always conducts oneself appropriately and professionally.
* Reports to work regularly and on time.
* Travel to County Barn at least once a week or as needed. Trip will be accompanied by a District Attorney Investigator. While at the County Barn, files needed will be pulled and files that have been returned will be re-filed and paperwork refiled.
* Will travel to the jail on Tuesday or Thursdays for video arraignments if needed.
* Back up to the Hot Check office
* Taking payments
* Assisting merchants, county offices, law enforcement agencies and check writers on the phone and in person
* Making notes in Bounceback when check writers call in
* Placing hold on warrant when necessary
* Set up/Release Omni Base
* Totals daily receipts and reconciles with computer register.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High school graduate, or equivalent.
KNOWLEDGE OF
Legal terminology and practices; computers; the criminal justice system; standard office policies and procedures and personnel practices and procedures.
SKILL/ABILITY TO
Read, analyze, and interpret data and office policies; effectively manage people; prioritize tasks to be completed; perform basic legal research, such as finding case law; read and understand basic legal procedures; draft legal correspondence; perform basic mathematical functions; operate office equipment, such as copy machine and facsimile machine; communicate effectively, both in person and over the phone; and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers.
Legal Receptionist
Legal secretary job in Weslaco, TX
Our legal receptionists are the gatekeepers of our law firm. They work at the front desk in the law firm lobby, greeting clients and visitors and answering incoming calls. Since the receptionist is often the first person with whom clients and visitors interact, he or she is important to the image of the firm and must be polished, professional and articulate. Friendly, with good communication skills, as well as customer service, is what we are looking for. If you feel this could be you, please apply today!
Job Duties Greeting clients and visitors and answering visitor inquiries
Answering and routing incoming calls on a multi-line telephone system
Scheduling and routing clients
Maintaining and scheduling conference rooms
Maintaining the waiting area, lobby or other public areas
Ordering supplies
Scanning, photocopying, faxing and filing documents
Collecting and routing mail and hand-delivered packages
Verifying employee identification and issuing visitor passes
May be required to:
Data entry
Word processing
Establishing new case files
Drafting simple correspondence.
Personal Traits
Since the legal receptionist is our visitor's first business contact, a professional appearance and polished demeanor are important. Other personal traits necessary to the job are:
Respect for confidentiality and discretion
Attention to detail
Positive, upbeat attitude
Patience in dealing with difficult visitors
Dependability
Paralegal
Legal secretary job in Dallas, TX
Thompson Coe is looking for an experienced civil litigation paralegal to join our Dallas office. This is a great opportunity for a proactive self-starter with exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage a very large and fast-paced docket.
The qualified candidate will utilize a high level of job expertise to complete paralegal tasks under the supervision of case attorneys. Must be able to exercise independent judgment and decision making. Ability to work in a collaborative and positive manner with all coworkers, clients, attorneys and non-attorney staff and observe confidentiality in all matters relating to the Firm.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
Reviews, organizes and summarizes case documents in order to assist in preparation of case for trial.
Reviews medical records to determine what information is/is not needed for cases.
Draft complaints and answers, routine notices, affidavits, motions and petitions, memoranda and correspondence.
Prepare discovery.
Reviews and analyzes matters for the purpose of preparing matter evaluations and status reports to clients. Communicate with clients, attorneys, staff and other outside personnel to obtain or provide information.
Enter time into accounting and billing software daily.
Ability to handle pressure, interruptions, and multiple projects with frequently changing priorities in an efficient manner, rapid turnaround required, and generally perform in a fast-paced environment.
Proficient in all software; ability to adjust to multiple tasks from multiple individuals in the Firm.
Follows ethical requirements as set forth by the Rules of Professional Conduct of the state.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
Minimum of 5 years' recent law firm litigation paralegal experience, with State court and Federal litigation experience.
Four-year Bachelor's degree and/or two-year ABA approved Paralegal certificate ideal but not required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite to include PowerPoint, Excel and Adobe Pro.Knowledge of DISCO is a plus but not necessary.
Ability to consistently meet deadlines while managing multiple projects with competing priorities.
Positive attitude and exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills required for daily interaction with clients, opposing counsel and mediators.
Ability to exercise discretion, good judgment, and poise in handling sensitive and confidential information.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; look for ways to improve and promote quality.
Legal Secretary - Commercial Direct Placement - Greenburg Traurig
Legal secretary job in Dallas, TX
Legal Support Specialist (Legal Secretary) Employment Type: Full-Time, Experienced - Employer will be Greenburg Traurig Department: Legal Services CGS is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to provide high-level administrative, clerical, and legal support for Greenburg Traurig, a large global law firm.
CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology.
To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others.
Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities.
Skills and attributes for success:- Handles scheduling and travel arrangements.
Schedules court appearances, depositions, arbitrations, mediations, client meetings and conference calls; arranges business itineraries and coordinates lawyers' travel arrangements; processes travel reimbursement, maintains calendar and due dates for lawyers as required- Sorts, reads and annotates incoming mail and documents as required.
Answers phones and directs callers to appropriate persons as circumstances warrant- Types and composes general correspondence, memos, legal documents, faxes, reports, etc.
from various sources.
Responsible for accuracy and clarity of final copy.
Ensures that all correspondence or other documentation is dispatched in a timely manner (via mail, messenger, express delivery services, etc.
)- Prepares draft documents such as briefs, complaints, motions, subpoenas, summonses, using firm templates and information from attorneys.
Prepares motion binders and special working binders- Coordinates multi-document filings in Federal, Circuit and State courts, including E-filings- Establishes and maintains filing and records, in both hard copy and electronic formats.
- Enters lawyers' time as needed and sends to accounting by month-end deadlines.
Prepares client billing as required- Oversees and conducts document reviews; prepares documentation regarding criteria changes; tracks and reports on review progress and results- Performs analytical tasks, including preparing witness interview memoranda, reviewing and summarizing documents and deposition and court transcripts and creating and using substantive coding tools- Performs and oversees both simple and complex cite checking and proof reading of briefs and other legal documents- Assists with trial preparation, including creating trial notebooks, identifying and organizing exhibits, coordinating witness schedules, maintaining trial calendars and communicating effectively with opposing counsel and courtroom staff- Assists with printing, scanning, organizing exhibit binders, preparing UPS labels and certified letters- Assists with other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned Skills & Competencies:- Proficiency with rules for court document filings- Comprehension of a variety of legal court documents, including complaints, answers, rulings, judgments, affidavits, motions, appeals, table of contents/authorities, subpoenas, court dockets, reports, memos and correspondence- Strong ability to maintain high standards, use good judgment and seek out ways to contribute and anticipate needs- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and ability to manage time effectively- Excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills and the ability to collaborate well in a team- Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines Qualifications:- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience preferred- Minimum 10 years of experience in a law firm as a Litigation legal secretary/assistant- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, as well as document management and other office technologies, expertise in e-filing- Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly Our Commitment: Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources.
We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs.
We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems.
For the past seven years, we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work.
Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come.
Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Join our team and become part of government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board:*******************
com/join-our-team/ For more information about CGS please visit: ************
cgsfederal.
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com #CJ
Auto-ApplyLegal Secretary
Legal secretary job in San Antonio, TX
DirectHire
Legal Secretary - Boutique National Law Firm (San Antonio) Confidential Search Solutions is representing a boutique national law firm seeking a skilled Legal Secretary.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys
Draft, edit, and format legal documents and correspondence
Manage case files, discovery materials, and document organization
Schedule hearings, meetings, and attorney calendars
Coordinate filings and court submissions
Maintain confidentiality and uphold firm standards
Qualifications:
Previous law firm or legal secretary experience required
Strong proofreading, formatting, and organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal document management
Excellent communication and multitasking abilities