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Litigation Legal Administratiave Assistant Jobs in Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex at DFM & Associates
Title: Litigation Legal Administratiave Assistant
Company: DFM & Associates
Location: Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
High-profile, Texas based law firm is seeking a Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant to join their boutique construction law practice. The ideal candidate must be a responsible, highly motivated self-starter that enjoys taking ownership of a busy litigation desk. The firm values employees who succeed at building relationships and working collaboratively and who also appreciates a friendly, cohesive firm culture.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Draft shells of pleadings, discovery, and orders.
Accurately calendar all case-related deadlines.
Assist with preparations for trials, mediations, and depositions.
Submit e-filings with various courts.
Mange electronic discovery.
Successfully meet deadlines and provide high-quality work product.
Qualifications:
5 + years of experience as a commercial litigation legal administrative assistant (construction law experience or familiarity with the construction industry is preferred).
Familiarity with state and federal court practices, as well as local court rules.
Excellent attention to detail.
Strong organizational skills related to case and document management.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, time-management software (Coyote preferred), and document management platforms (Net Documents preferred.
High school or GED required; Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred.
Compensation & Benefits:
The firm provides an excellent benefit package to include parking, paid health/dental/vision for employee, discretionary bonus, raise, etc.
Salary: $85,000-$95,000 DOE!
