Advanced Legal Support Specialist — Drafting & Admin

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Medical, dental, vision, life, anddis

Retirement plan

Professional development support

Collaborative culture

Top Workplace recognition in Houston

Job summary

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is seeking an experienced Legal Support Specialist II in Houston. The role provides advanced administrative and legal support across the firm and mentors junior staff to deliver top-tier client service.

The successful candidate will have 4–5 years’ experience, strong MS Word/Outlook/Excel skills, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach in a fast-paced professional services environment.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years' related experience as a Legal Assistant at a law firm.
• Experience in the Bankruptcy practice group preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with poise and tact.
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Embrace technology and improve efficiency with firm programs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal documents, memoranda and correspondence from draft or dictated text.
• Create, edit, format and proofread documents, spreadsheets, and presentations with high accuracy.
• Draft simple notices and generate pleadings and briefs with advanced Word features.
• Transcribe data from audio tapes and create PowerPoint presentations.
• Manage workflow of assigned tasks and coordinate with other teams to meet deadlines.
• Transmit documents to clients, witnesses and court officials by filing, fax, email or mail.
• Assist with management of client financial records and reporting requirements.
• Calendar deadlines and ensure accurate calculations; track CLE requirements.
• Provide back-up and PTO coverage for LSS II Team; mentor others as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Advanced computer skills

MS Word

Training & mentoring

Education

Associate's degree preferred; Bachelor's degree is a plus

Tools

MS Word

Outlook

Excel

Law firm software

Job description

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is seeking an experienced Legal Support Specialist II in Houston. The role provides advanced administrative and legal support across the firm and mentors junior staff to deliver top-tier client service.

The successful candidate will have 4–5 years’ experience, strong MS Word/Outlook/Excel skills, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach in a fast-paced professional services environment.