Overview
Houston Legal Assistant Jobs in Houston, TX at Dunham & Jones, Attorneys at Law PC
Job Purpose:
Under general direction, perform a full range of complex and responsible secretarial and legal work utilizing legal terminology, procedures, and documents. Coordinate preparation of legal documents and correspondence.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Receive and transcribe legal dictation of status reports, conference summaries, settlement disbursement reports, etc.
Proofread and correct prepared materials for correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, format, syntax, and content.
Compose routine letters and memoranda using knowledge of work area instructions and guidelines.
Maintain files, logs, and other information in connection with the work under the control of the assigned attorney.
Prepare Pre-Trial Conference Statements, settlement documents and Trial exhibits in advance of hearings and depositions as applicable.
Accurately document and bill for all billable work and tasks according with billing procedures.
Operate standard office equipment such as copy machines, scanners.
Receive and place telephone calls.
Other duties as assigned.
Skills/Qualifications:
Minimum 3+ years of experience as a Legal Secretary in a workers’ compensation defense firm required.
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Adobe Acrobat, and Dropbox or other shared cloud storage.
Skilled typing ability (minimum 75 WPM) as well as strong writing, proofreading, spelling, and grammar skills.
A1- Law Case Management Software, VTransact, and EAMS are a plus.
Ability to interact effectively with the public, clients, and employees; maintain confidentiality and use discretion and tact; work independently in the absence of specific instruction.
The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and work well under pressure with the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and have pride in work product. This is a fast-paced position that requires critical thinking skills, and the ability to problem-solve. In addition, this role must work collaboratively with attorneys and staff at all levels to achieve goals.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 – $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Experience:
Workers Compensation Defense: 4 years (Required)
Work Location: Remote
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Title: Houston Legal Assistant
Company: Dunham & Jones, Attorneys at Law PC
Location: Houston, TX
