Overview
Litigation ParalegalLegal Assistant Appellate Boutique Jobs in Houston, Texas, USA at Flores Law PLLC
Position: Litigation ParalegalLegal Assistant Downtown Appellate Boutique
Job Description
Job Description
Paralegal & Legal Assistant (Part-Time, Remote-Friendly)
About the Role:
A boutique appellate law firm is seeking a highly organized and detail-orientedParalegal & Legal Assistant to support the firm’s operations. This role is part-time and offers the flexibility to work remotely, though Houston-based candidates are preferred.
Work Hours & Workplace Structure:
Hours: 20 hours per week, working 4 hours per day, Monday through Friday. The specific time of day you work can be flexible, but hours should be consistent week to week.
In-Office Requirement: At least one day per week must be worked in-office at our Houston location. You may choose which day.
Hybrid Flexibility: The remaining four days per week can be either in-office or remote , at your discretion. If you prefer to work fully in-office, you are welcome to do so.
Key Responsibilities:
Database Management: Maintain and organize the firm’s internal database of court filings, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records.
Document Preparation: Set up draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents for attorney review.
Communication Support: Assist with drafting and formatting client and court correspondence.
Legal Research: Provide support for case-related research as needed.
General Administrative Tasks: Assist with calendaring deadlines, file organization, and other legal support duties.
Qualifications:
Prior experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in a litigation or appellate setting preferred.
Strong proficiency in Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Gmail, Drive), Microsoft Word, Dropbox, and PDFs (including Adobe Acrobat or similar tools).
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
Familiarity with legal document formatting and case management systems.
Why Join Us?
Work-Life Balance: Flexible, part-time schedule with remote options.
Impactful Work: Support a solo appellate practitioner in high-level litigation matters.
Growth Opportunities: Exposure to appellate litigation processes and potential for expanded responsibilities.
Work Philosophy & Firm Culture
This practice is structured around focused, high-quality legal work, rather than volume-based production. Deep work is a core value—prioritizing distraction-free, concentrated effort over constant multitasking. The firm operates with efficiency and precision, emphasizing clear thinking, well-reasoned legal analysis, and rigorously crafted arguments. The ideal candidate will appreciate this method of practice, where careful attention to detail, systematic organization, and intellectual depth are valued.
The firm is also deeply committed to family values, personal health, and fitness. We believe that professional excellence is best sustained when balanced with a strong personal foundation—physical wellness, mental clarity, and meaningful time with family. Our culture respects and supports these priorities, ensuring that work enhances life rather than consuming it. Lastly, our work is rooted in a deep patriotism and commitment to the ideals of the American legal system.
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Title: Litigation ParalegalLegal Assistant Appellate Boutique
Company: Flores Law PLLC
Location: Houston, Texas, USA
Category: Law/Legal (Legal Secretary), Administrative/Clerical (Legal Secretary)
