Legal Assistant

Brown Sims PC; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision & Dental

Long-term Disability

Life Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Medical Leave

Paid Holidays

Bonus

Parking

Job summary

Brown Sims PC in Houston, TX seeks a Legal Assistant with 5+ years at a law firm to support a defense litigation team. The role requires experience with three or more attorneys, strong Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Adobe skills, and familiarity with e-filing in state and federal courts.

The ideal candidate is organized, can multi-task in a fast-paced environment, and works well independently. This in-office, full-time position offers standard benefits and a Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Legal Secretary/Assistant.
• Ability to work with 3 or more Attorneys.
• Civil Litigation knowledge; Insurance Defense a plus.
• Proficient in E-filing in state and Federal courts.
• Calendaring deadlines per the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook Calendaring.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and professionalism.

Skills

Legal secretary

Calendaring

E-filing

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Adobe

Communication

Organization

Job description

Job Description

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 working at a law firm as a legal secretary/assistant. Experience working with three or more attorneys. Experience in insurance defense is a plus. Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook Email, and Adobe. Knowledge of online court filings (both state and federal court) pursuant to Texas Rules of Civil Procedure. Knowledge of calendaring court deadlines. Candidate must be organized and have the ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment. Must have the ability to work independently.

Work Location

Houston, Texas 77056 (Galleria Area)

Job Type

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

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 to 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

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

Salary range will be provided during initial interview.