Legal Assistant

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a busy legal team in Dallas, Texas. This is a Contract position that requires strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. The ideal candidate will contribute to case support, maintain accurate documentation, and help ensure filings and schedules are handled efficiently.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, review, and submit legal documents through electronic filing systems while ensuring compliance with court procedures and deadlines.
• Coordinate court filings and maintain organized case records so attorneys and staff can quickly access important documents.
• Manage calendars for hearings, deadlines, meetings, and other legal events to support timely case progression.
• Assist with civil litigation matters by tracking case activity, monitoring deadlines, and organizing supporting materials.
• Communicate with courts, clients, and internal team members regarding filing status, schedules, and required documentation.
• Draft routine legal correspondence and assemble filing packets with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Maintain up-to-date electronic and physical files to support efficient legal operations and case management. Requirements
• Experience supporting attorneys or legal teams in a Legal Assistant or similar role.
• Working knowledge of electronic filing procedures and court filing requirements.
• Familiarity with civil litigation processes and related legal documentation.
• Strong calendar management skills with the ability to handle competing deadlines.
• High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail in document handling.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in a legal setting with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency with standard office and document management tools used in legal environments.

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