Appellate Legal Secretary

LHH; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct hire

Competitive compensation

Long-term career

Collaborative team

Exposure to appellate matters

Job summary

LHH is partnering with a highly respected law firm in Austin to identify an experienced Appellate Legal Secretary to support a busy appellate practice.

This direct hire opportunity offers long-term career stability, exposure to complex appellate matters, and the chance to join a collaborative, high-performing legal team. Knowledge of Texas and Federal appellate procedures and advanced Word skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of appellate legal secretary experience.
• Strong knowledge of Texas and Federal appellate court procedures.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word including Styles, TOC and TOA.
• Experience with iManage is a plus.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.
• Proactive, team-oriented and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, proofread, and revise appellate briefs, pleadings, motions, and other complex legal documents
• Create and format Tables of Contents and Tables of Authorities
• Manage advanced document formatting, conversions, and troubleshooting in Microsoft Word
• File documents electronically with Texas and Federal appellate courts
• Track court deadlines and ensure compliance with filing requirements and court rules
• Manage attorney calendars, scheduling, and case-related deadlines
• Organize, maintain, and process case files and legal records
• Coordinate with attorneys and legal staff to ensure timely completion of filings and projects

Skills

Appellate experience

Appellate procedures (TX/US)

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Independence in fast-paced environment

Tools

Microsoft Word

TOC/TOA formatting

iManage

Job description

Appellate Legal Secretary

Austin, TX | Direct Hire | $70,000 - $90,000+ DOE

LHH Legal is partnering with a highly respected law firm in Austin to identify an experienced Appellate Legal Secretary to support a busy and sophisticated appellate practice. This is a direct hire opportunity offering long-term career stability, exposure to complex appellate matters, and the chance to join a collaborative, high-performing legal team.

We are seeking a detail-oriented legal professional with strong experience supporting appellate attorneys, exceptional document production skills, and a thorough understanding of Texas and Federal Appellate Court procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, proofread, and revise appellate briefs, pleadings, motions, and other complex legal documents
• Create and format Tables of Contents and Tables of Authorities
• Manage advanced document formatting, conversions, and troubleshooting in Microsoft Word
• File documents electronically with Texas and Federal appellate courts
• Track court deadlines and ensure compliance with filing requirements and court rules
• Manage attorney calendars, scheduling, and case-related deadlines
• Organize, maintain, and process case files and legal records
• Coordinate with attorneys and legal staff to ensure timely completion of filings and projects

Qualifications

• 3+ years of appellate legal secretary experience
• Strong knowledge of Texas and Federal Appellate Court procedures and filing requirements
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, including Styles, TOC, and TOA creation
• Experience with iManage is a plus
• Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking skills
• Proactive, team-oriented approach with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Direct hire position with a reputable law firm
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Stable, long-term career opportunity
• Collaborative and supportive legal team
• Exposure to sophisticated appellate litigation matters

Location: Austin, TX
Position Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $70,000 - $90,000+ annually, depending on experience

Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $90,000.00 per year

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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