Legal Assistant

Dang & Zapata Law

Richardson (TX)

On-site

USD 30,307 - 34,440

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A legal firm in Texas is seeking a Legal Assistant to support daily operations, manage correspondence, and maintain records. Candidates must be detail-oriented, capable of multitasking, and bilingual in English and Spanish. This full-time position offers a pay range of $22.00 to $25.00 per hour plus bonuses, with benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

Proficiency in office software, including Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to review, process, and maintain accurate records.
Must maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Responsibilities

Sort incoming mail and manage correspondence.
Assist in retrieving documents for case files.
Review invoices for approval and processing.
Schedule and organize meetings and communications.
Provide general administrative support to the legal team.

Skills

Proficiency in office software

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving

Confidentiality

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

NEOS (preferred)

Job description

This range is provided by Dang & Zapata Law. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$22.00/hr - $25.00/hr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

About the Company: Dang & Zapata Law Firm is a Texas-based legal team offering decades of experience in personal injury law, handling cases such as motor vehicle accidents and wrongful death across multiple regions including Dallas‑Fort Worth, Rio Grande Valley, Austin, and San Antonio.

About the Position: The Legal Assistant role provides essential assistance to the operations manager to ensure the smooth operation of daily business activities. This position involves managing correspondence, maintaining records, and supporting the team in various administrative tasks. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple responsibilities effectively.

Responsibilities:

Mail Management:

Sort incoming mail and scan/upload relevant documents to appropriate case files.
Mail out checks and update the NEOS system with relevant notes to ensure proper tracking.

Case File Support:

Assist in retrieving documents, such as police reports, saving them to the corresponding case files, and entering related values into the NEOS value tab.
Obtain subrogation liens for cases that require them and ensure all necessary documentation is on file.

Vendor and Invoice Handling:

Review invoices from vendors such as Lexitas to confirm accuracy and process them appropriately.

Record Keeping and Documentation:

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records across all platforms and ensure data integrity.

General Administrative Duties:

Provide support to team members as needed, including scheduling, correspondence, and other tasks as assigned.
Assist with ad-hoc projects and administrative needs as they arise.
Provide general administrative support to the legal team, including answering phone calls, managing calendars, and organizing meetings.

Qualifications:

Technical Skills: Proficiency in office software, including Microsoft Office Suite, and experience with case management systems such as NEOS (preferred).
Attention to Detail: Ability to review, process, and maintain accurate records with minimal errors.
Organizational Skills: Capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing effectively.
Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot issues and seek out solutions independently when necessary.
Confidentiality: Maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
Communication: Must be bilingual in English and Spanish.

Required Skills: This role is integral to maintaining efficiency and accuracy within the organization. The successful candidate will contribute to a productive and organized work environment while supporting broader team goals.

Preferred Skills: If you are looking for an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic legal team and further develop your skills in the legal field, we encourage you to apply for this position. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages.

Pay range and compensation package: Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour plus bonus

Equal Opportunity Statement: Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted for further consideration. Thank you for your interest in joining our team!