Hybrid Litigation Practice Assistant – Houston

Eversheds Sutherland; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP seeks a Litigation Legal Practice Assistant in Houston to support attorneys and paralegals in the Litigation group. The role involves drafting and filing documents, coordinating trial preparation, managing calendars, and handling travel reimbursements.

A collaborative, team-driven environment is emphasized. The ideal candidate has 7–10 years in a legal setting, litigation experience, and strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Seven to ten years of experience in a legal department within a multi-office professional services organization.
• Litigation experience is required.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented, organized and the ability to prioritize workloads.
• Strong computer skills; MS Office Suite; experience with Aderant, IManage and ChromeRiver preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drafts, edits, and files client documents and related correspondence per attorney revisions.
• Handles e-filing in district and state court systems.
• Assists with trial preparation including depositions, discovery, and trial binders.
• Maintains and updates attorney calendars and contacts.
• Coordinates travel arrangements and reimbursement requests.
• Keeps files and CIM conflicts checks updated; liaises with HR for overflow work.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Organized

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Aderant

IManage

ChromeRiver

Job description

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP seeks a Litigation Legal Practice Assistant in Houston to support attorneys and paralegals in the Litigation group. The role involves drafting and filing documents, coordinating trial preparation, managing calendars, and handling travel reimbursements.

A collaborative, team-driven environment is emphasized. The ideal candidate has 7–10 years in a legal setting, litigation experience, and strong MS Office skills.