Bilingual Legal Assistant – Access to Justice (Austin)

Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, Inc. in Austin, TX is seeking a Legal Assistant to support case handlers with clerical tasks, file management, and calendar coordination.

The role requires accuracy, punctuality and the ability to handle multiple assignments in a fast-paced legal aid environment. The candidate should type 45 wpm, have word processing skills, and be bilingual in English and Spanish, with a minimum of two years of secretarial experience, and a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Typing 45 words per minute.
• Word processing experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two years secretarial experience.

Responsibilities

• Type, file and handle all clerical matters for assigned case handlers.
• Maintain client files and calendars; prepare pleadings for review by attorneys.
• Coordinate hearings, depositions and appointments with clients and attorneys.
• Answer phones and relay messages; manage mail and office communications.
• Translate as needed; assist with overflow work to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Typing 45 wpm

Word processing

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, Inc. in Austin, TX is seeking a Legal Assistant to support case handlers with clerical tasks, file management, and calendar coordination.

The role requires accuracy, punctuality and the ability to handle multiple assignments in a fast-paced legal aid environment. The candidate should type 45 wpm, have word processing skills, and be bilingual in English and Spanish, with a minimum of two years of secretarial experience, and a high school diploma or equivalent.