Legal Assistant

Position Overview Boutique San Antonio law firm seeking a detail-oriented legal assistant to support our credit union collections practice. This role keeps our high-volume litigation moving by preparing documents from templates, calendaring deadlines, assembling demand and petition packages, and communicating with members about payments and account resolution. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of legal support experience, is highly organized, and enjoys a fast-paced, close-knit team. Responsibilities Prepare and assemble collections documents from firm templates, including demand letters, petitions, payment agreements, and exhibits. Calendar and monitor court deadlines, hearings, and filing dates so that nothing slips. Organize and maintain case files, exhibits, and supporting documentation, and redact sensitive information as required. Enter and update matter information, time entries, and tasks in the firm's case management and task management systems (for example, Curo, ClickUp, and SharePoint). Prepare and process outgoing mail, including demand packages and certified mailings. Communicate professionally with clients and members regarding payments, balances, status updates, and document requests. Support attorneys with e-filing, document production, and general litigation tasks. Conduct basic research and gather information to support case preparation.

Requirements Experience:

At least 2 years of legal assistant, paralegal, or comparable legal support experience.

Education:

High school diploma required; a paralegal certificate or college coursework is preferred.

Legal software proficiency:

Comfort with case management software, the Microsoft Office suite, and e-filing systems, with a willingness to use AI tools to work efficiently.

Organizational skills:

Exceptional organization and the ability to juggle a high volume of files and deadlines.

Attention to detail:

Meticulous accuracy in preparing and reviewing documents.

Communication skills:

Professional written and verbal communication with clients, members, and team members.

Team player:

A collaborative, dependable approach, with a willingness to pitch in wherever needed.

Ethics and confidentiality:

The highest standards of professional ethics and strict client confidentiality. Benefits Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications. Health, dental, vision. Paid time off. Professional development opportunities. A supportive, friendly, and team-oriented work environment. To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant references. Indeed fields

Pay:

$45,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

Dental insurance, Health insurance, Paid time off, Vision insurance Ability to

Commute:

San Antonio, TX 78216 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

San Antonio, TX 78216: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$45,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Microsoft Office:

1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person