Criminal Defense Legal Assistant | Client Liaison & Intake

Dunham & Jones, Attorneys at Law PC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Dunham & Jones, a Texas law firm, seeks a Legal Assistant for our Dallas, TX office to support our criminal defense practice. You will assist attorneys, manage client communications, and handle clerical duties in a fast-paced environment.

The role welcomes candidates with Legal Assistant experience and those who are bilingual in English and Spanish; prior law firm experience is a plus. Join a collaborative team delivering responsive service to clients.

Qualifications

• Legal Assistant experience is a plus but not required.
• Bilingual English & Spanish is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients via phone, email, and in person with questions or concerns
• Provide assistance to attorneys when requested
• Act as liaison between court clerks and the firm
• Enter new clients into the case management system and maintain the file
• Filing, backup phone operator & other clerical duties

Skills

Legal Assistant experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

Job description

Dunham & Jones, a Texas law firm, seeks a Legal Assistant for our Dallas, TX office to support our criminal defense practice. You will assist attorneys, manage client communications, and handle clerical duties in a fast-paced environment.

The role welcomes candidates with Legal Assistant experience and those who are bilingual in English and Spanish; prior law firm experience is a plus. Join a collaborative team delivering responsive service to clients.