Legal Assistant – Plaintiff

Professional Alternatives; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Professional Environment

Job summary

Professional Alternatives' Houston office is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant with 2–3+ years of Texas personal injury litigation experience to support trial attorneys in complex cases. This role demands organizational rigor, accuracy, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include drafting pleadings, coordinating discovery, preparing trial notebooks, and maintaining electronic files from filing through trial.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years of experience handling plaintiff personal injury litigation in Texas.
• Experience assisting attorneys with active litigation and trial preparation.
• Working knowledge of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure and filing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage plaintiff personal injury litigation files from filing through case resolution.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials.
• Prepare trial notebooks, exhibit lists, subpoenas, and other trial materials.
• Draft, format, proofread, and file pleadings, motions, and discovery requests/responses.
• Electronically file documents in Texas state and federal courts and track deadlines.
• Serve as a professional point of contact for clients, providers, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Order and organize medical records and manage affidavits as required.
• Support attorneys in maintaining an organized, trial-ready caseload.

Skills

Litigation support

Texas PI experience

Organization

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Case management software

Job description

Join a Leading Plaintiff Personal Injury Litigation Team

A well-established and respected plaintiff personal injury law firm in Houston is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented, and career-minded Personal Injury Litigation Legal Assistant with 2–3+ years of Texas personal injury litigation experience to join its growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced litigation environment, takes pride in producing high-quality work, and is looking to build a long-term career supporting trial attorneys in complex personal injury cases.

Key Responsibilities

As a Litigation Legal Assistant, you will play a vital role in managing cases from the filing of a lawsuit through trial and resolution.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage plaintiff personal injury litigation files from lawsuit filing through case resolution while maintaining organized electronic files.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials.
• Prepare trial notebooks, exhibit lists, witness subpoenas, and other trial materials.
• Draft, format, proofread, and file pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and discovery responses under attorney supervision.
• Electronically file documents in Texas state and federal courts while tracking litigation deadlines, court settings, and discovery schedules.
• Serve as a professional and compassionate point of contact for clients, medical providers, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel.
• Order, track, and organize medical, billing, and insurance records, including managing Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code §18.001 affidavits.
• Support attorneys in maintaining an organized, trial-ready caseload while ensuring accuracy and compliance throughout the litigation process.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• 2–3+ years of experience handling plaintiff personal injury litigation in Texas.
• Experience assisting attorneys with active litigation and trial preparation.
• Working knowledge of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure and Texas court filing procedures.
• Experience using Texas state and federal e-filing systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and legal case management software.
• Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• The ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced litigation environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A proven history of professionalism, dependability, and long-term employment commitment.

What You'll Bring

Successful candidates are:

• Highly organized and proactive.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.
• Calm under pressure and able to adapt to changing priorities.
• Team-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Passionate about supporting attorneys and helping clients through the litigation process.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $65,000–$75,000+, depending on experience
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Stable, collaborative, and professional work environment
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced trial attorneys on meaningful plaintiff personal injury cases

If you're looking for a long-term opportunity where your experience is valued and your contributions make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.