Legal Assistant

Law Office of Domingo Garcia; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Law Office of Domingo Garcia, a personal injury law firm in Dallas, seeks a Legal Assistant. The role entails supporting attorneys with case management, drafting legal documents, and managing client communications. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience with a strong understanding of litigation processes and be bilingual in English and Spanish.

Benefits

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Opportunities for growth and professional development

Paid time off and holidays

Health and dental insurances

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a legal assistant, preferably in personal injury law.
• Strong understanding of personal injury litigation processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with case management from intake through settlement.
• Draft and file legal documents including pleadings and motions.
• Communicate with clients and maintain case files.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Prioritization

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Associate’s degree

Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal Case Management Software (Needles)

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

The Law Office of Domingo Garcia is a well-established personal injury law firm dedicated to advocating for individuals who have been harmed due to the negligence of others. We pride ourselves on providing compassionate, client-centered representation and achieving results that make a difference. We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Assistant to join our dynamic legal team.

Job summary:

The Legal Assistant will support attorneys in all aspects of personal injury litigation, from initial client intake to case resolution. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, be capable of managing a high-volume caseload, and have experience working in a fast-paced legal environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys with case management from intake through settlement or trial
• Draft and file legal documents including pleadings, discovery requests, subpoenas, motions, and settlement agreements
• Organize and maintain case files, medical records, correspondence, and evidence
• Communicate with clients, medical providers, insurance adjusters, and court personnel
• Calendar and manage deadlines, hearings, depositions, and court appearances
• Prepare and respond to discovery requests
• Summarize medical records and bills
• Monitor case progress and ensure timely follow-up on all necessary tasks
• Maintain confidentiality of all clients and case information
• Requesting medical and billing affidavits
• Requesting Medicaid liens, hospital liens, health insurance liens

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience as a legal assistant, preferably in personal injury law
• Strong understanding of personal injury litigation processes and terminology
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management software (Needles)
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is required
• Associate’s degree or Paralegal Certificate preferred

What We Offer:

• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for growth and professional development
• Paid time off and holidays
• Health and dental insurances

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Work Location: In person

Company Description

The Law Office of Domingo Garcia has been in practice for 30 years in Texas. With our principal office in Dallas, we also have attorney-staffed offices in Houston, Midland/Odessa.

Servicing all areas of Texas.

Company Description

The Law Office of Domingo Garcia has been in practice for 30 years in Texas. With our principal office in Dallas, we also have attorney-staffed offices in Houston, Midland/Odessa.

Servicing all areas of Texas.