Legal Assistant

Brown Sims Pc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision and Dental Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Medical Leave (sick days)

Paid Holidays

Bonus

Parking

Job summary

Brown Sims Pc is looking for a Legal Assistant in Houston, Texas to support its busy litigation division. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience at a law firm, working closely with multiple attorneys. Strong knowledge of civil litigation and e-filing processes is essential, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

This in-office position requires excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include health, vision, and dental insurance, along with a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years as a Legal Secretary/Assistant.
• Experience with 3 or more attorneys is necessary.
• Knowledge of e-filing in both State and Federal courts.

Responsibilities

• Manage and organize litigation documents and court filings.
• Coordinate schedules and deadlines for attorneys.

Skills

Strong organizational and time management skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work with 3 or more Attorneys

Knowledge of Civil Litigation

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook Email

Adobe

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Houston, TX 77056.

The Houston office of Brown Sims is seeking a Legal Assistant to join the team for its busy state and federal litigation (defense) division.

Ideal candidates should have at least 5+ years of experience working at a law firm as a legal secretary/assistant, having worked with three or more attorneys. Experience in insurance defense is a plus.

Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook Email, and Adobe is required. Additionally, a working knowledge of online court filings (both state and federal court) pursuant to Texas Rules of Civil Procedure and calendaring court deadlines is essential. Candidates must be organized, capable of multi‑tasking, and able to work in a fast‑paced environment independently.

Work Location: Houston, Texas 77056 (Galleria Area).

Salary range will be provided during initial interview.

Job Type

• Full‑Time
• In‑Office position
• Days: Monday - Friday
• Hours: 8:30am to 5:30pm; or 9:00am to 6:00pm

Benefits for Full‑Time Employees

• Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Medical Leave (sick days)
• Paid Holidays
• Bonus
• Parking

Practice Area(s)

• State and Federal Litigation
• Insurance Defense

Required Qualifications

• Minimum work experience of 5+ years as a Legal Secretary/Assistant
• Ability to work with 3 or more Attorneys
• Knowledge of Civil Litigation; Insurance Defense a plus
• Knowledge of e‑File in both State and Federal courts
• Knowledge of calendaring deadlines pursuant to the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Knowledge of using Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook Calendaring
• Excellent oral and written communication skill
• Attention to detail
• Professionalism