What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Legal Assistant position at Law Office of Victor D. Walker PC?
Job Summary
This position involves working with multiple attorneys, providing a full range of support, including, but not limited to, preparation/revision of correspondence, pleadings and documents; calendar maintenance for assigned attorneys; filing and electronic transcription. -E-filing, typing, copying, faxing, scanning and presentation preparation and binding -Generally supporting attorneys, including prepare expense reports, prepare and track legal invoices
Responsibilities and Duties
- Prepare/revise correspondence, pleadings, corporate & real estate documents and other clerical assignments.
- Handle confidential and time-sensitive material. Run conflict checks and open new client engagements as requested.
- Maintain calendars, CLE, reports and time records. Maintain docketing for attorneys.
- E-Filing, copying, faxing, scanning, binding and presentation preparation.
- Handle various office and client filing; proofreading documents. Perform other administrative duties as assigned.
- Answer phones and communicates with clients and courts on a daily basis.
Qualifications and recent secretarial , commercial, real estate) within a law firm.
- Typing 60 wpm. Familiarity with state and federal rules and procedures a plus, along with law firm billing software.
- Must have a solid understanding of technical legal terminology as well as court filings.
- Experienced with trial preparation and briefs.
- Punctual with excellent attendance.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as excellent proofreading skills.
- Ability to multi-task, and timely respond to deadlines as well as balance workload.
- Strong organizational skills, professional demeanor, professional attire.
- High school diploma or equivalent required. 4 year college degree preferred.
- Notary a Plus. Bilingual a Plus.
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent Position
Compensation: Annual Salary: $48,000.00 to $48,500.00 /Year plus Bonus Eligibility, Medical Benefits and 401k
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Houston, TX 77036 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Houston, TX 77036: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Salary : $48,000 - $48,500