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.
Legal Assistant/Secretary Burnett Specialists•4.0 Arlington, TX Job Details Temp-to-hire $65,000•$75,000 a year 16 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications High school diploma or GED Legal administrative experience Law office experience Full Job Description
LITIGATION LEGAL ASSISTANT/SECRETARY
Location:
Arlington, TX Schedule:
Monday•Friday, 8:00 AM•5:00
PM Work Model:
100% In Office (No Hybrid) Pay $65,000•$75,000 per year They are looking for long term candidates! This is a Temp to HIRE position.
OVERVIEW
Mid-size Texas law firm has an exciting full-time employment opportunity for a Legal Assistant for its Arlington office. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in litigation support. Experience in construction litigation, commercial litigation, insurance defense litigation, or labor and employment law is a plus. This position will provide hands-on administrative support to one Partner in the Arlington office and remotely support two Partners in the Houston office.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Document Preparation & File Management Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents, including correspondence and pleadings Organize and maintain electronic files and ensure proper document storage and retrieval Organization and management of case files Electronic filing of legal documents Attorney & Practice Support Support attorneys and legal staff across multiple practice areas with day-to-day administrative needs Apply basic knowledge of legal terminology, documents, and court systems to support workflow processes Help attorneys prepare for deadlines, hearings, and arbitrations Calendar maintenance in Outlook and Centerbase (the firm's case management system) Administrative & Operational Support Submit conflicts requests to initiate new client and matter files Coordinate and schedule travel, meetings, and appointments Submit expense reimbursements in a timely manner Provide overflow assistance and perform additional administrative and secretarial duties as needed General office management tasks, including supply inventory management and answering calls to the main office line Assist with other projects as needed Communication & Collaboration Maintain effective communication with attorneys, clients, and staff Work collaboratively across teams while managing competing priorities Demonstrate professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality in all interactions
QUALIFICATIONS
Education High school diploma or
GED REQUIRED
Bachelor's degree preferred Experience Minimum 2-5 years of administrative experience in a law firm required Technical Skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat Pro Knowledge of legal terminology, legal documents, and court systems Professional Skills Strong organizational, proofreading, and editing skills with attention to detail and accuracy Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple demands in a fast-paced environment Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
BENEFITS
Benefits 401(k) Matching Dental Insurance Flexible Schedule Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Health Insurance Life Insurance Vision Insurance Paid Time Off CSDAL65
