Legal Practice Assistant
Houston
Job Description Job Description Our client, located in the Galleria area of Houston, is seeking an experienced Legal Practice Assistant to join their litigation group.
Job responsibilities include:
Drafting, redlining, and proofreading correspondence and legal documents and preparing revisions as directed.
Coordinating document preparation, including printing, copying, scanning, and faxing.
Maintaining and updating calendars for assigned attorneys, coordinating travel, and scheduling meetings.
Entering and coordinating docketing information, and staying informed of case/project statuses.
Creating and maintaining electronic client files and indexes, and performing routine filing.
Preparing, packing, and mailing trial and deposition prep binders and other mail and packages.
Processing expense reimbursements and coordinating client billing with accounting department.
Assisting in the preparation and submission of electronic time records for timekeepers.
Job Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent.
5+ years of legal practice assistant experience required.
Litigation experience preferred.
Ability to support typical workload of 3-5 attorneys.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and ability to carry out instruction.
Ability to prioritize, focus on the task at hand, and stay organized.
Must be comfortable working independently in a team environment.
Ability to handle confidential information.
Ability to shift attention from one area of work to another quickly without frustration.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word and Outlook. Knowledge of Excel and Teams would be a plus.