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Legal Assistant Jobs in San Antonio, TX at Matin, Disiere, Jefferson & Wisdom
Job description:
Martin, Disiere, Jefferson & Wisdom, LLP (MDJW)
Martin, Disiere, Jefferson & Wisdom, a premier Texas litigation firm with offices in Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio, is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join our growing team. This position is ideal for a highly organized, proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment and takes pride in providing exceptional support to attorneys and clients.
The Role
The Legal Assistant provides comprehensive administrative and litigation support to a team of attorneys throughout all phases of litigation, from case inception through trial and appeal. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, able to manage competing priorities, and committed to delivering outstanding client service.
Key Responsibilities
· Prepare, revise, proofread, and finalize legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, and discovery.
· E-file documents in state and federal courts and monitor filing deadlines.
· Maintain attorney calendars, schedule hearings, depositions, mediations, meetings, and travel arrangements.
· Coordinate service of process and manage litigation deadlines.
· Organize and maintain physical and electronic client files using the firm’s document management system.
· Assist with new matter intake, conflict checks, and file opening procedures.
· Prepare expense reports, billing requests, and client-related correspondence.
· Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, experts, and vendors.
· Assist with trial preparation, including exhibit organization, witness materials, and trial notebooks.
· Support attorneys with administrative tasks and special projects as needed.
· Maintain strict confidentiality of client and firm information.
Qualifications
· High school diploma required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred.
· Minimum of 3 years of litigation legal assistant experience; insurance defense experience strongly preferred.
· Experience with Texas state and federal court filing procedures.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
· Experience with document management and legal practice management systems; NetDocuments experience preferred.
· Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills.
· Ability to multitask, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
· Professional demeanor with a strong commitment to teamwork and client service.
Why Join MDJW?
· Competitive compensation based on experience.
· Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, and paid time off.
· Opportunity to work alongside some of Texas’ most respected litigation attorneys.
· Collaborative and supportive team culture.
· Professional development and growth opportunities.
Work Location: In person (San Antonio)
Work Location: In person
Title: Legal Assistant
Company: Matin, Disiere, Jefferson & Wisdom
Location: San Antonio, TX
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