Overview
Litigation Legal Assistant/Paralegal Jobs in Plano, TX at National LGBTQ+ Bar Association
Title: Litigation Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Company: National LGBTQ+ Bar Association
Location: Plano, TX
FBFK is seeking a full-time, in office Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our growing, collaborative litigation team in our Plano, Texas office. FBFK is a mid-sized, full service law firm, with offices in Plano, Houston, and Austin, Texas, and Orange County, California. At FBFK, we strive to maintain a culture based on the FBFK Way, values, principles, and practices that guide how we relate to each other, our clients, and other attorneys. https://www.fbfk.law/the-fbfk-way
We are excited to welcome our next dedicated team member. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications/Skills
Minimum 7+ years recent litigation legal assistant/paralegal experience within a law firm preferred, with a minimum of 3+ years’ experience in Texas state courts.
Thorough understanding of court rules, procedures, practices, and terminology.
Experience in filing documents in both state and federal courts..
Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including Word and Excel, and Adobe Pro;
Experience with document management and legal database software.
Willingness to learn other software programs.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, exceptional attention to detail, and excellent proofreading abilities.
Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and manage workload effectively.
Positive attitude, collaborative team player.
Notary certification is a plus.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Draft standard correspondence.
Prepare “shell” pleadings, discovery requests/responses, and memoranda.
Regularly and accurately proofread all documents to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Calculate and calendar deadlines according to applicable rules.
Coordinate and calendar hearings, depositions, mediations, etc.
E-file documents in state and federal courts.
Organize and maintain case files in an orderly manner, following standard naming and profiling conventions.
Assist in document productions, including Bates labeling, redaction, and indexing.
Participate in the timely review and submission of prebills and client bills, including entering time.
Compensation
Competitive annualized salary range of $70,000 – $85,000. Hourly rate equivalent: $33.65 – $40.87. This position is non-exempt (hourly).
A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement savings plan (401(k)), life insurance, disability coverage, and flexible spending accounts.
Unlimited PTO policy to support work-life balance and employee well-being.
