What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant – Commercial Construction & Litigation (Onsite) position at Peyton Resource Group?
- Permanent/Direct Hire
- Salary Range $70-80K, DOE
- Onsite in Dallas, TX
SUMMARY:
Immediate need for a Legal Assistant in the Commercial Construction & Litigation space with the following skills & experience:
- 3 years of experience as a legal assistant, paralegal, or in a similar role, with a focus on commercial construction and litigation.
- Strong knowledge of legal terminology, commercial construction contracts, and litigation procedures.
- Proficient with legal case management software, dictation tools and transcription software, with a high level of accuracy in typing.
- Experience with billing and time entry in legal software systems (e.g., Clio, TimeMatters, or similar).
- Knowledge of billing best practices in a legal environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with an ability to effectively interact with clients, attorneys, and other team members.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and other legal software tools.
- Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience; Paralegal certification is a plus.
About PRG
With 20 years of success in the staffing industry, Peyton Resource Group focuses on matching talent to the precise needs of our clients. Your success is our commitment, and we back up that commitment by only recommending opportunities that align with your goals. Our candidate-centric approach ensures you are in the driver’s seat of your career, and our team of recruiters will partner with you and support you every step of the way.
PRG’s dedication to service has been widely recognized throughout the industry. PRG has been awarded ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing award for 10 straight years, as well as the Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in Dallas, San Antonio and Austin.
Salary : $70,000 - $80,000
