Legal Assistant - Family Law

Imprimis Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible spending and health savings

Free parking

Job summary

Imprimis Group is partnering with a Dallas law firm to seek a Family Law Legal Assistant — Litigation. The role supports multiple attorneys, manages complex deadlines, drafts and files documents, and coordinates communications with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in family law, strong organizational skills, and excellent typing (65+ WPM). This is an on-site, full-time position with competitive salary and benefits in Far North Dallas.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of recent family law experience in a law firm; 5+ years preferred.
• Strong understanding of family law litigation procedures, legal terminology, and court requirements.
• Proficiency in Texas state and federal court e-filing and litigation deadline management.
• Excellent typing skills (65+ WPM), grammar, proofreading, and written communication.
• Ability to manage multiple attorneys and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support to multiple attorneys.
• Prepare, proofread, format, and organize legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and filings.
• Assist attorneys with preparation for hearings, trials, mediations, arbitrations, and depositions.
• Maintain attorney calendars, schedule appointments, and track critical litigation deadlines.
• Perform electronic filing in Texas state and federal courts.
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical client files.
• Coordinate communications with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and internal team members.
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a high-volume litigation environment.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client information and firm matters.

Skills

Legal support experience

Family law knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Calendar management

Tools

NetDocuments

eDocs

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Family Law Legal Assistant – Litigation

Location: Far North Dallas, TX (75252)

Salary: $65,000–$70,000 annually, depending on experience.

Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 100% On-Site

Position Overview

Imprimis Group is partnering with an established Dallas law firm seeking an experienced Family Law Legal Assistant to join its litigation team!

This opportunity is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented legal professional with a strong background in family law and litigation who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting multiple attorneys, managing complex litigation deadlines, and preparing legal documentation while maintaining accuracy, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support to multiple attorneys.
• Prepare, proofread, format, and organize legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and filings.
• Assist attorneys with preparation for hearings, trials, mediations, arbitrations, and depositions.
• Maintain attorney calendars, schedule appointments, and track critical litigation deadlines.
• Perform electronic filing in Texas state and federal courts.
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical client files.
• Coordinate communications with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and internal team members.
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a high-volume litigation environment.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client information and firm matters.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of recent family law experience within a law firm; 5+ years preferred.
• Strong understanding of family law litigation procedures, legal terminology, and court requirements.
• Working knowledge of civil and business litigation processes.
• Experience supporting multiple attorneys simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Texas state and federal court e-filing and litigation deadline management.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.
• Excellent typing skills (65+ WPM), grammar, proofreading, and written communication.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize competing deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional communication.Ability to remain composed, focused, and productive in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependable attendance and ability to work fully on-site Monday through Friday.
• Ability to successfully complete a background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of family law legal assistant or legal secretary experience.
• Experience supporting attorneys handling civil or business litigation matters.
• Proficiency with NetDocuments, eDocs, or similar legal document management systems.
• Experience coordinating complex litigation schedules and trial preparation.

Compensation & Benefits

• $65,000–$70,000 annually, depending on experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Paid time off.
• Disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Flexible spending and health savings account options.
• Free parking.

Imprimis Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.