Overview
Paralegal/Legal Assistant Jobs in Houston, TX at Law Office of John H. Polk, P.C.
Are you passionate about helping people? Would you like to make clients feel powerful after losses to their home or business? Herman & Wells is a litigation-focused law firm specializing in representing policyholders in first-party insurance cases. We take away clients’ fear and stress – by showing empathy, by explaining and acting upon each part of their case, and by touching base with each client every 30 days. Our firm proactively works up all our cases, takes cases to trial, and we argue appeals. We don’t like wearing suits (unless we have to); we do like to be called by our first names. Who wants to get to work?
We’re looking for a lawyer to join our team.
Job Responsibilities
Owning your cases with help and guidance
Thinking ahead and preparing in advance
Communicating often and effectively with clients
Conduct research and write pleadings, briefs, and motions
Argue hearings and conduct depositions
Handling all phases of discovery
Negotiating settlements, informally or in mediation
Supporting and collaborating with fellow attorneys
Working closely with and providing leadership to paralegals and other administrative staff who support you
Qualifications
Florida Bar member with 3+ years of experience, including active litigation work
Background in litigation, including motions, depositions, and mediations
3+ years handling Property Insurance cases, on either plaintiff or defense side
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; you’ll speak with clients and opposing counsel often
Able to manage a full caseload independently and stay organized
Familiar with Microsoft Office and legal research tools like Westlaw
You’re professional, respectful, and comfortable with collegial relationships—even across the aisle
Trial experience is a plus, but not required
You’re competitive, driven to win, and committed to constant improvement
You want to help build and grow a great law firm
What we offer:
401(k) with matching.
Health Insurance.
Flexible vacation policy.
Openness to hybrid work.
Frequent, straightforward bonuses tied directly to performance.
BONUSES: Regarding the minimum and maximum pay listed on this posting; job boards require we put minimum and maximums. We have attorneys earning MORE than the listed “max” from bringing cases in and obtaining great results.
Compensation:
$110,000 – $175,000 yearly
Responsibilities:
Owning your cases with help and guidance
Thinking ahead and preparing in advance
Communicating often and effectively with clients
Conduct research and write pleadings, briefs, and motions
Argue hearings and conduct depositions
Handling all phases of discovery
Negotiating settlements, informally or in mediation
Supporting and collaborating with fellow attorneys
Working closely with and providing leadership to paralegals and other administrative staff who support you
Qualifications:
Florida Bar member with 3+ years of experience, including active litigation work
Background in litigation, including motions, depositions, and mediations
3+ years handling Property Insurance cases, on either plaintiff or defense side
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; you’ll speak with clients and opposing counsel often
Able to manage a full caseload independently and stay organized
Familiar with Microsoft Office and legal research tools like Westlaw
You’re professional, respectful, and comfortable with collegial relationships—even across the aisle
Trial experience is a plus, but not required
You’re competitive, driven to win, and committed to constant improvement
You want to help build and grow a great law firm
About Company
Herman & Wells P A is a litigation-focused law firm specializing in representing plaintiffs in personal injury and first-party insurance cases. We stress client empowerment, the careful preparation of cases, and being able and willing to take every case to trial.
We treat each other with the same empathy we show clients. We only wear suits when we have to. And we help each other every day to thrive and grow.
Title: Paralegal/Legal Assistant
Company: Law Office of John H. Polk, P.C.
Location: Houston, TX
