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A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
$62,165 / year median in Texas
+12% projected growth
Job Description
HOWARD W PERDUE
•LRBRANDON & C DAVID FIELDER PERDUE BRANDON & FIELDER
Occupation:
Paralegals and Legal AssistantsLocation:
Amarillo, TX•79106Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent EmploymentPosted:
08/21/2026 Positions available: 1Source:
WorkInTexasWeb Site:
WorkInTexas Onsite /Remote:
Work onsite all of the timeUpdated:
08/24/2026Expires:
09/20/2026 Job #: 17059054 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience 12 Month(s) DL Required Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Benefits Help for . Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins and Mott LLP (PBFCM) has an immediate opening for a Legal Assistant in our Amarillo office. PBFCM has been in business since 1970. We represent more than 2000 governmental entities in Texas school districts, cities, counties, hospital districts, appraisal districts, and special districts. We have grown steadily every year. We currently have 15 offices across Texas with over 50 attorneys and more than 400 employees. Founded on the principles of honesty and ethical conduct our success is due to our refusal to deviate from these core values. This is a full time position with great benefits including medical, dental, vision and a generous PTO policy. PBFCM offers a professional, yet casual environment. We are a law firm committed to quality and integrity. This position is a great way to get started in the legal field and learn valuable skills.Legal Assistant Responsibilities:
Maintain and update databases Prepare and e-file litigation documents with various courts Prepare various outgoing letters Maintain documents within document storage software Receive and make phone calls daily from and to clients, constables, court personnel, taxpayers, and others Correspond daily via email with clients, constables, court personnel, taxpayers, and othersEssential Skills and Experience:
Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent; or, equivalent combination of education and experience Outstanding computer skills and knowledge including, but not limited to, the following: Word, Excel, and Outlook Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills, including verbal and written communication Ability to establish priorities, work independently and as part of a team, and proceed with objectives with minimal supervision Strong attention to detail and a self-starter Excellent critical thinking skills If you have an interest in this opportunity, please apply via our web site at: www.PBFCM.com