Classification: Legal Assistant
Compensation: DOE
Are you highly skilled and motivated, and looking to grow your legal career? A growing legal organization has a great opportunity for you as their Legal Assistant. We have a great opportunity for a motivated self-starter and standout colleague with good computer skills and ability to multi-task. This short-term contract / temporary Legal Assistant employment is based in the Houston, Texas area. A real passion for the legal industry is a must for this job. This Legal Assistant position might be exactly what you're looking for.
Your responsibilities
- Assist in preparation of exhibit binders for depositions, hearings and trials
- Manage hard copies of documents, as well as the electronic document system
- Consistently uphold standards of confidentiality
- Prepare court filings, sometimes filing them electronically
- Maintain case calendar and monitor deadlines
- Draw up various documents and correspondence
- Assist attorneys with client intake and key discovery
- Answer incoming calls and assist in handling high volume phone lines
- Draft correspondence and pleadings, arrange for service on parties- Foundational knowledge in copying
- Direct Phone Calls experience highly desired
- E-file experience desired
- Proven knowledge of Calendar Management
- Document Scanning experience
- Document Review experience
- Seizes opportunities to produce results without direct supervision
- Mastery of Internet research, calendaring, word processing and spreadsheets
- Attentive, ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
- Incoming phone call management skills required
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-pressure environment, to prioritize tasks and adapt to quick changes while remaining diligent through each task performed
- Eagerness to take initiative and learn quickly
- Previous legal work experience and a dedication to integrity
- Strong communication and social skills
Are you looking to take the next step in your legal career? A dynamic, growing firm could have an excellent opportunity for you. The ideal candidate is eager to work in a strong team-oriented environment.
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