Legal Administrative Assistant – Public Defender Office

Harris County; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Harris County Public Defender's Office in Houston is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide advanced administrative and clerical support to attorneys, management, and staff in a fast-paced legal environment. You will handle confidential client and case records, coordinate correspondence, assist with document preparation and filing, and respond to general client inquiries.

The role supports multiple attorneys within a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Advanced administrative and clerical support duties in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Experience handling confidential client and case-related records is preferred.
• Experience in a legal, court, criminal justice, or government environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate administrative functions for attorneys, management, and staff.
• Maintain confidential client and case-related records.
• Manage correspondence and document preparation and filing.

Skills

Administrative support

Clerical tasks

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Harris County Public Defender's Office in Houston is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide advanced administrative and clerical support to attorneys, management, and staff in a fast-paced legal environment. You will handle confidential client and case records, coordinate correspondence, assist with document preparation and filing, and respond to general client inquiries.

The role supports multiple attorneys within a dedicated team.