Litigation Legal Assistant at Jobot

Houston, TX 77027

About the Job

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Arpana Davis
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Salary: $60,000 - $85,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a top-rated litigation firm with 6 offices nationwide.

Why join us?

Medical/Dental/Vision
401k
Life insurance
Short and Long term disability insurance
Paid Time Off and Holidays
Flexible hybrid in-office/remote work schedule
Non-exempt/OT eligible

Job Details

Job Details:

As a TEMP-TO-HIRE Litigation Legal Assistant, you will play a critical role in our dynamic legal team, supporting our attorneys in a high-stakes litigation environment. This position offers the opportunity to engage in challenging work, directly contribute to case outcomes, and interact with a diverse group of professionals.

Responsibilities:

Assist attorneys in preparing for trials, hearings, depositions, and meetings.
Draft, proofread, and edit a variety of legal documents such as pleadings, discovery requests, subpoenas, deposition notices, pretrial orders, legal briefs, and correspondence.
Manage and organize case files, including scanning and copying documents, efiling, and ensuring all case documents are easily accessible to attorneys.
Coordinate and manage attorney calendars, including scheduling appointments, court dates, and deadlines.
Liaise with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and witnesses to coordinate depositions, meetings, and court appearances.
Perform administrative duties, such as answering phone calls and managing attorney correspondence.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 3 years of experience as a legal assistant, legal administrative assistant, or similar role within a law firm.
Experience in insurance defense litigation is highly preferred.
Proficiency in legal research tools and databases.
Strong knowledge of legal document formats and court filing procedures.
Demonstrated experience with efiling and calendaring deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a keen eye for detail.
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage large amounts of data and paperwork.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Candidates must be open to temp-to-hire.

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