Entry-Level Legal Assistant Aide for Corporate Law, Houston

dfwHR; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

dfwHR seeks an Legal Assistant Aide (Entry‑Level–Junior) in Houston, TX to support attorneys and legal staff across multiple practice groups. This in‑office, direct‑hire role focuses on precise document handling, deadline support, and day‑to‑day operational coordination to keep matters moving efficiently.

Responsibilities include e‑filings, discovery management, and administrative support, with a preference for 1–2 years of law firm experience and strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of prior law firm experience (e.g., legal receptionist, file clerk, legal aide).
• Experience in corporate/ transactional or white‑collar legal environments.
• Professional services experience is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline‑driven environment.
• Reliable, team‑oriented, professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys with state and federal e‑filings, including formatting and filing pleadings.
• Assist with discovery management, docketing/deadlines, and deposition/trial prep.
• Provide administrative and clerical support to attorneys and legal assistants.
• Scan, file, and maintain electronic and physical client records.
• Assist with document preparation, formatting, and internal processing requests.
• Provide back‑up support across practice groups as needed.
• Handle copying, binding, document organization, scheduling, and other admin tasks.
• Support office‑wide initiatives and team projects.

Skills

Prior law firm experience

Corporate/white-collar practice

Professional services experience

Organizational skills

MS Office (Word/Outlook/Excel)

Deadline management

Team‑oriented demeanor

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Document management systems

Job description

dfwHR seeks an Legal Assistant Aide (Entry‑Level–Junior) in Houston, TX to support attorneys and legal staff across multiple practice groups. This in‑office, direct‑hire role focuses on precise document handling, deadline support, and day‑to‑day operational coordination to keep matters moving efficiently.

Responsibilities include e‑filings, discovery management, and administrative support, with a preference for 1–2 years of law firm experience and strong MS Office skills.