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Legal Assistant
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What they do
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
- $19.
Full Job Description Duties:
- Assist attorneys in preparing legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery
- Conduct legal research and gather relevant information for cases
- Organize and maintain legal files and documents
- Schedule appointments, meetings, and court hearings
- Manage attorney calendars and deadlines
- Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
- Prepare correspondence and legal documents for mailing or electronic filing
- Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and witness lists
Experience:
- Prior litigation experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of legal terminology and procedures
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Skills:
Litigate:
Experience in assisting with litigation cases, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.- Phone etiquette: Excellent phone skills with the ability to handle client inquiries professionally and efficiently.
Contract:
Familiarity with contract drafting and review.Clerical:
Strong clerical skills including filing, data entry, and document management.- Legal case management: Proficiency in using legal case management software to track case progress and deadlines.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$18.00- $19.