Legal Assistant - Civil Litigation (Hybrid)

Legal Assistant - Civil Litigation (Hybrid)

Essential Job Duties

· Observe rules of governing privileged communications and confidential information.

· Verifying no conflict of interest with plaintiff(s) or co-defendants.

· Responsible for calendaring and monitoring court deadlines.

· Assists attorneys with correspondence, telephone calls and appointments.

· Responsible for compiling and maintaining departmental reports.

· Draft, proofread and mail correspondence and legal documents.

· Manages case files, ensuring that litigation files are properly maintained, and records and legal documents needed for litigation are collected and organized.

· Ensures legal document files are maintained and destroyed in compliance with record retention policies and procedures.

· Performs basic office functions, such as answering, screening and directing phone calls; managing mail; and printing or copying documents.

· Electronic filing of pleadings.

· Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing and sending bills, as well as resolving issues along with managing attorney.

· Adhere to firm standards of courtesy and professionalism, as well as LegalShield service standard requirements.

Secondary Job Duties

· Entry of information in LegalShield system and practice management software.

· Maintenance of files in document management system.

· Other tasks/projects as assigned by supervisor.

Physical Requirements

· Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Education/Experience/Skill Requirements

· High School Diploma or equivalent with paralegal training and/or experience.

· Prior exposure to litigation including pleadings, deadlines, service process, discovery, client and court communication, Texas Rules of Civil Procedure, handling conflicts of interest, attorney-client privilege, etc.

·Must type a minimum of 50 wpm.

·Accuracy, attention to detail and speed required.

· Excellent customer service skills/focus with demonstrated composure, ownership & professionalism.

· Analytical skills with the ability to provide appropriate information.

· Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and with good grammar (both verbal & written).

· Must be able to prioritize and take appropriate action at the beginning of each day and re-evaluate and re-prioritize as day progresses.

·Must be organized, self-motivated and able to work well with minimum supervision.

·Ability to follow instructions and work within policies and procedures and deadlines.

·Must be comfortable interacting with members, clients and attorneys on a daily basis.

·Must live in North Texas area.

This role will initially require in-office presence. After 30 days of continuous employment, you will be eligible to earn remote workdays, based on performance and company policies.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Fort Worth, TX 76107 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Fort Worth, TX 76107: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14