Legal Assistant DBA

Brown Sims Pc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan with Employer Match

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Bonus Opportunities

Employer-Paid Parking

Job summary

Brown Sims PC in Houston, TX is seeking a Legal Assistant to support our Defense Base Act team within a busy State and Federal Litigation practice.

You will file documents electronically, manage calendars, prepare pleadings, and coordinate hearings while assisting attorneys and maintaining client communications.

Requirements include 5+ years as a Legal Assistant in a law firm, experience supporting multiple attorneys, and proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary in a law firm environment.
• Experience supporting four or more attorneys simultaneously.
• Knowledge of litigation procedures; insurance defense experience preferred.
• Experience filing documents electronically.
• Knowledge of calendaring deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Outstanding attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Provide litigation and administrative support to three or more attorneys.
• Prepare, revise, proofread, and format legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and reports.
• File legal documents electronically federal administrative law courts.
• Maintain attorney calendars and monitor court deadlines.
• Coordinate hearings, depositions, mediations, meetings, and other case-related events.
• Manage case files and maintain accurate electronic and physical records.
• Prepare and organize litigation materials, exhibits, and case documents.
• Track and process incoming correspondence, court notices, and filings.
• Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, and vendors.
• Assist attorneys with day-to-day case management and workflow coordination.
• Prioritize multiple assignments while ensuring deadlines and client expectations are met.

Skills

Legal support

Calendar management

Communication

Organizational skills

Independent work

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Electronic filing systems

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Houston, TX 77056Position Type: Full Time

Brown Sims is a respected litigation firm with a long-standing reputation for providing exceptional legal representation to insurers, businesses, and professionals throughout Texas and across the nation. Our attorneys and legal professionals are committed to delivering outstanding client service, practical legal solutions, and exceptional results. We foster a collaborative and professional work environment where team members are valued for their contributions and provided opportunities for growth and success.

Join Brown Sims' Houston office as a Legal Assistant with our Defense Base Act team and become a key member of our busy State and Federal Litigation team. This role offers the opportunity to support experienced litigators in a fast-paced insurance defense practice while working in a collaborative and team-oriented environment.

How Will You Make a Difference?

• Provide litigation and administrative support to three or more attorneys.
• Prepare, revise, proofread, and format legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and reports.
• File legal documents electronically federal administrative law courts.
• Maintain attorney calendars and monitor court deadlines.
• Coordinate hearings, depositions, mediations, meetings, and other case-related events.
• Manage case files and maintain accurate electronic and physical records.
• Prepare and organize litigation materials, exhibits, and case documents.
• Track and process incoming correspondence, court notices, and filings.
• Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, and vendors.
• Assist attorneys with day-to-day case management and workflow coordination.
• Prioritize multiple assignments while ensuring deadlines and client expectations are met.

What Will You Bring to the Table?

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary in a law firm environment.
• Experience supporting four or more attorneys simultaneously.
• Knowledge of litigation procedures; insurance defense experience preferred.
• Experience filing documents electronically.
• Knowledge of calendaring deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Outstanding attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Professional demeanor and strong client service skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced litigation environment.

Why Brown Sims?

• Competitive compensation.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Match.
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays.
• Parental Leave.
• Bonus Opportunities.
• Employer-Paid Parking.
• A professional and collaborative work environment.
• The opportunity to work alongside experienced litigation professionals on complex and challenging matters.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Brown Sims PC is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where employees are respected, supported, and empowered to succeed. We value diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and believe they strengthen our ability to serve our clients and our communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Brown Sims PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.