Legal Assistant/Paralegal

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

Job summary

A leading non-profit organization seeks a detail-oriented Legal Assistant/Paralegal for their Houston office. This full-time role combines legal support and executive administration, requiring strong organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a solid understanding of legal terminology. Benefits include health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Benefits

Company-paid health insurance

Company-funded 401(k) plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Paid overtime

Long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

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

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Legal terminology knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

ShareFile

Job description

Legal Assistant/Paralegal

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

Compensation and Benefits

This full-time, salaried position includes benefits such as company-paid health insurance, a company-funded 401(k) plan, paid vacation and holidays, paid overtime, and insurance policies for long-term disability and life insurance.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Other
• Job function: Legal
• Industry: Non-profit Organizations