What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at WALSH GALLEGOS KYLE ROBINSON & ROALSON P.C.?
LEGAL ASSISTANT – LITIGATION
Location: Harlingen
Walsh Gallegos Kyle Robinson & Roalson P.C. is a law firm devoted to serving public education. We have been working in partnership with leaders in public education since 1983 and strive to make a difference in the board room, the courtroom and, most importantly, the classroom.
We are seeking a Legal Assistant to support a high-volume litigation and administrative practice. This position supports attorneys in managing administrative and clerical work including calendar management, filing, process expense reimbursements, document collection, organization, and preservation, document review, document production including pleadings, discovery documents and general litigation support, and maintaining case filing and databases.
Candidates must possess the necessary skills to coordinate with the litigation team, provide assistance such as e-filing, docketing, scheduling, drafting correspondence, and preparing documents or notebooks for case meetings and hearings. Candidates should possess 3-5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant. Extensive experience in litigation matters is a plus. Hours are 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. M-F.
Candidates must have excellent communication, organizational, word processing, and people skills, as well as the ability to handle multiple priorities with great focus in an efficient and effective manner. Excellent proofing, editing, and writing skills are a must, as well as high proficiency in Nitro, Adobe, Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Hard-working, self-motivated, team-oriented players are encouraged to apply. If you have these qualities and want to work in a challenging and rewarding environment, submit your resume and cover letter. Please include references and salary requirement with your cover letter.
Salary commensurate with experience. Generous benefits package and 401(k).
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
