Legal Assistant/Paralegal

National LGBTQ+ Bar Association; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The National LGBTQ+ Bar Association seeks a detail-oriented Legal Assistant/Paralegal to provide executive administrative support and assist in managing legal documentation. This full-time role is essential for ensuring efficient operations within their Houston office, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Company-paid health insurance

Company-funded 401k investment plan

Paid vacation and holiday time

Company-paid long-term disability policy

Life insurance policy

Ability to work paid overtime

Qualifications

• 5+ years of combined experience in legal support and executive administration.
• Exceptional organizational, multitasking, and communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, documents, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with clients and ensure deadlines are met.
• Organize and maintain legal files and case documentation.
• Manage complex calendars and schedule meetings.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Knowledge of legal terminology

Tools

ShareFile

Job description

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Seeking a detail oriented Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our talented team at our ten-acre campus in Houston, Texas. This unique dual role requires a proactive individual who can handle high-level executive administrative responsibilities and can assist in managing case deadlines and provide support with legal documentation. The ideal candidate has a strong background in both legal support and executive-level coordination.

Key Responsibilities

Legal/Paralegal Duties:

• Liaise with outside clients and ensure deadlines are met
• Organize and maintain legal files and case documentation
• Assist in preparing materials for production
  
  

Executive Assistant Duties

• Manage complex calendars and schedule meetings
• Coordinate domestic travel, including itineraries and logistics
• Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and legal files
• Serve as the point of contact for clients and internal employees
• Track tasks and priorities to ensure timely completion of key initiatives
• Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
  
  

Qualifications

• 5+ years of combined experience in legal support and executive administration
• Exceptional organizational, multitasking, and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Proficiency in ShareFile
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, documents, and procedures
• Ability to work independently and maintain strict confidentiality
  
  

Location:

• This is an in-person position based in our Houston, TX office.
  
  

This full-time, salaried position includes additional benefits such as company-paid health insurance, a company-funded 401k investment plan, paid vacation and holiday time, a company-paid long-term disability policy and life insurance policy, and the ability to work paid overtime.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Other

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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