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Legal Executive Assistant

We’re seeking an experienced Legal Executive Assistant to support a senior litigation attorney at a well-established Houston law firm. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organized legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment and enjoys being a key partner throughout the entire litigation process—from case inception through trial.

The ideal candidate will have prior law firm experience, exceptional organizational skills, and a strong understanding of civil litigation procedures. Commercial litigation experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-level administrative and litigation support to a senior attorney.
  • Support cases through all phases of litigation, from inception through trial.
  • Draft, proofread, and file pleadings, motions, discovery, legal correspondence, and other court documents.
  • Manage State and Federal e-filings, including filings with administrative agencies and the Secretary of State.
  • Coordinate discovery, including document review, Bates labeling, indexing, and production.
  • Conduct legal research using statutes, case law, and other legal resources.
  • Prepare trial notebooks, exhibits, witness binders, and PowerPoint presentations.
  • Coordinate trial logistics, courtroom technology, and attorney support during hearings, mediations, and trials.
  • Maintain litigation calendars and monitor critical deadlines.
  • Open new matters, coordinate conflict checks, and assist with client intake.
  • Support billing, scheduling, client communications, and additional executive administrative responsibilities.
  • Handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of Legal Executive Assistant experience within a law firm.
  • 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience in a law firm.
  • Strong understanding of the litigation process from inception through trial.
  • Civil trial experience required.
  • Commercial litigation experience strongly preferred.
  • Exceptional organizational, communication, and multitasking abilities.
  • Ability to prioritize competing deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
  • Professional, proactive, and detail-oriented with the ability to work independently.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Timeslips, and State/Federal e-filing systems.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate.
  • Experience with TrialDirector, TrialPad, and NetDocuments.