Experienced Litigation Legal Assistant — E-File & Case Coord

Professional Alternatives; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

37.5-hour work week

401(k) with firm contribution

Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, &

Disability insurance

Paid parking

Job summary

Professional Alternatives in Houston is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support 3+ attorneys handling business litigation. The role includes managing calendars, preparing pleadings, handling state and federal e-filings, and assisting with case management.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of litigation experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel. NetDocuments experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation experience required.
• Strong organizational, communication, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Litigation and e-filing experience required.
• Proficiency with PowerPoint and Excel.
• NetDocuments (NetDocs) experience is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage calendars, deadlines, hearings, and depositions.
• Prepare and edit pleadings, motions, notices, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Handle state and federal e-filing and coordinate service of process.
• Assist with case management and document organization.
• Process expense reimbursements and provide team coverage as needed.

Skills

Litigation experience

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to prioritize deadlines

Effective communication

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

NetDocuments

Job description

Professional Alternatives in Houston is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support 3+ attorneys handling business litigation. The role includes managing calendars, preparing pleadings, handling state and federal e-filings, and assisting with case management.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of litigation experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel. NetDocuments experience is a plus.