High-Impact Legal Assistant for Trial & Deals

Consultative Search Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, a global law firm, seeks an Assistant in Dallas to deliver exceptional client service and administrative support to attorneys. The role emphasizes proactivity, ensuring lawyers' needs are met and office operations run smoothly.

Responsibilities span service liaison, intake, billing, filings, lawyer and practice administration, and marketing support. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in legal or professional services, proficiency with MS Office, and strong writing and organizational

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in legal and/or professional services.
• High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) and time entry/billing systems.
• Excellent grammar, written and verbal communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Energetic self-starter with strong customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a knowledgeable resource about the firm and liaise with multiple departments.
• Onboard new clients, manage matters, and oversee related billing and calendaring.
• Assist lawyers with court filings and coordinate with Court Services.
• Support trial and deal teams, including drafting documents and coordinating travel.
• Maintain calendars, email, phones, and notary services; provide translation if needed.
• Prepare marketing materials and support BD activities as required.

Skills

Customer service

Proactiveness

Communication

Organization

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Outlook

Intapp

Elite billing

ECF

LexisNexis

PACER

Job description

Our client, a global law firm, seeks an Assistant in Dallas to deliver exceptional client service and administrative support to attorneys. The role emphasizes proactivity, ensuring lawyers' needs are met and office operations run smoothly.

Responsibilities span service liaison, intake, billing, filings, lawyer and practice administration, and marketing support. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in legal or professional services, proficiency with MS Office, and strong writing and organizational