Legal Assistant

Scuttlebutt Services, LLC

Legal Assistant

Houston, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Houston, TX - Salary Range 77k- 90k

     

    Job Brief

    This position is to assist several attorneys. They are responsible for drafting correspondence, pleadings, and all other client or case related materials, enter time entries, court e-filings, pdf scanning of documents, travel arrangements and other clerical tasks as needed in a timely and accurate manner.

     

    Responsibilities

    • Perform complex and detailed administrative tasks for assigned attorneys and other attorneys as required, including final production of legal documents and correspondence
    • Edit, format, print and revise all letters, memos, reports, forms, labels and other printed material. Draft pleadings and perform e-filing with various State and Federal Courts
    • Open and close client files and maintain files keeping them organized and current, both in electronic and hard copy format
    • Facilitate meeting deadlines by keeping multiple agendas and provide timely reminders to attorney
    • Enter attorneys’ time for timesheets and billing purposes
    • Proofread all documents produced, checking for appropriate formatting, spelling and grammatical errors, as well as ensuring that all attachments, exhibits and enclosures are intact
    • Perform routine filing and retrieve closed files when requested
    • Handle expense reimbursements
    • Maintenance of schedules and calendars, route incoming calls, mail, and visitors
    • Prepare, edit and format closing documents, signature pages and binders
    • Assist with the opening of new client matters and the gathering of pertinent information to complete task
    • Manage attorneys’ calendars, coordinate meetings, schedule conference rooms, and make travel arrangements as required
    • Assist with billing processes including entering attorney time, reviewing pro formas (initiates transfers), editing and preparing draft/final bills and cover letters for clients

     

    Requirements

    • 3-5 years commercial litigation experience preferred
    • Skilled in ECF filing, docket calendaring, and litigation procedures is required
    • Experience with managing federal court cases is a plus
    • Able to thrive in a challenging environment is essential
    • Must be highly proficient Word and Excel and competent in PowerPoint
    • Able to travel for trials, arbitrations, hearings, or any other case related projects
    • Able to work overtime as needed
  • Compensation
    $77,000-$90,000 per year