Legal Assistant (On-Site)

Kaufman Dolowich LLP; Dallas (TX); Presencial; USD 50.000 - 72.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Kaufman Dolowich LLP's Dallas office seeks an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support to our civil matters. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced law firm while delivering exceptional client service.

You will support attorneys through all phases of litigation, coordinate court appearances and filings, and help manage calendars, documents, and billing with

Formación

• 3+ years in litigation support for a busy practice.
• Experience supporting multiple attorneys.
• Knowledge of Texas state and federal court filing procedures.
• Strong understanding of litigation terminology and document preparation.
• Excellent organization and ability to prioritize deadlines.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with document management and legal practice technologies preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsabilidades

• Support attorneys through all phases of litigation from case inception to resolution.
• Prepare, revise, proofread, and e-file pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Maintain and organize electronic case files using the Firm's document management systems.
• Coordinate attorney calendars, court appearances, depositions, mediations, hearings, client meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Monitor case deadlines and assist in ensuring compliance with court rules and scheduling orders.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, experts, and vendors.
• Assist with exhibits, witness files, deposition materials, and trial binders.
• Process attorney time entries, expense reports, and assist with billing activities as needed.
• Support attorneys in managing workloads and maintaining accurate case information.
• Handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Perform other administrative and litigation support duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Litigation support

Multi-attorney support

Texas court filings

Litigation terminology

Organization

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Document management tech

Independent & collaborative work

Herramientas

Microsoft Office Suite

Descripción del empleo

The Dallas office of Kaufman Dolowich LLP, an AV-rated national law firm, is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to join our growing Dallas office. This position provides comprehensive administrative and litigation support to attorneys handling a variety of civil litigation matters. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced law firm environment while delivering exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys through all phases of litigation, from case inception through resolution.
• Prepare, revise, proofread, and e-file pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Maintain and organize electronic case files and documents utilizing the Firm's document management systems.
• Coordinate attorney calendars, court appearances, depositions, mediations, hearings, client meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Monitor case deadlines and assist in ensuring compliance with court rules and scheduling orders.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, experts, and vendors.
• Assist with the preparation of exhibits, witness files, deposition materials, and trial binders.
• Process attorney time entries, expense reports, and assist with billing activities as needed.
• Support attorneys in managing workloads and maintaining accurate case information.
• Handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Perform other administrative and litigation support duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years of litigation legal assistant experience
• Experience supporting multiple attorneys in a busy litigation practice.
• Knowledge of Texas state and federal court filing procedures.
• Strong understanding of litigation terminology, procedures, and document preparation.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with document management and legal practice technologies preferred.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.