Legal Secretary

Fisher Phillips, LLP; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fisher Phillips, LLP is seeking a skilled Litigation Legal Secretary to support attorneys and ensure smooth operation of legal services in Dallas. The role emphasizes calendar management, document formatting, e-filing, and time entry within a premier labor and employment law firm.

Ideal candidates have at least five years of law‑secretary experience, proficiency with Lexis Nexis, Pacer, ECF, Aderant Milana, and Concur, and strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college degree preferred.
• Minimum of five years as a legal secretary.
• Experience with Lexis Nexis, Pacer, ECF, Aderant Milana and Concur.
• Knowledge of legal terminology, documents, and litigation processes.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), DMS, Time Entry, e-filing and databases.

Responsibilities

• Format briefs, pleadings, correspondence and other legal documents.
• File legal documents with state and federal courts (e-filing knowledge a plus).
• Proofread documents for accuracy before distribution or filing.
• Update and maintain client files.
• Maintain attorney calendars via Outlook and Aderant Milana.
• Organize travel arrangements for assigned attorneys.
• Enter and review timekeeper timesheets with proper litigation codes.
• Prepare attorney reimbursements and mileage.
• Provide friendly telephone support for attorneys and reception.
• Review vendor invoices and submit payment requests.
• Participate in timely review and submission of pre-bills and client bills.

Skills

Legal terminology

MS Office

Calendar management

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

College degree preferred

Tools

Lexis Nexis

Pacer

ECF

Aderant Milana

Concur

Job description

Fisher Phillips is a place where your ideas matter, your initiative is valued, and your work directly supports the success of employers navigating complex workplace challenges every day.

Our firm is building for the future: strengthening systems, investing in technology, and refining how we deliver exceptional client service. Professional staff here don’t just maintain processes – they help design better ones. If you’re forward-thinking, solutions-oriented, and eager to make a meaningful impact, you’ll find ample opportunity to shape how we work and how we grow.

Fisher Phillips, a premier international labor and employment law firm, is seeking a skilled and experienced Litigation Legal Secretary to join our team. In this essential role, you will help ensure the smooth operation of our services, directly supporting our attorneys in delivering exceptional client service and upholding our commitment to excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Formatting briefs, pleadings, correspondence and other legal documents.
• Filing of legal documents with state and federal courts (e-filing knowledge a plus).
• Regularly and accurately proofreads all documents to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to distribution or filing.
• Update and maintaining client files.
• Maintain attorney calendars through Outlook and Aderant Milana (i.e. scheduling appointments, calendaring due dates, etc.).
• Organize and coordinate travel arrangements for assigned attorneys.
• Accurately entering, reviewing and revising timekeeper timesheets including consistent identification of litigation codes when applicable.
• Preparing attorney reimbursements and mileage.
• Consistently providing friendly and helpful telephone support for assigned attorneys and/or receptionist relief.
• Reviewing and ensuring accuracy of vendor invoices; prepare accurate check requests and timely submit invoices for payment to client or accounting.
• Participate in the timely review and submission of pre-bills and/or client bills.

Requirements

• Minimum of a high school diploma required (College degree is preferred, but not required).
• A minimum of five years of experience as a legal secretary is required.
• Experience with Lexis Nexis, Pacer, ECF, Aderant Milana, and Concur.
• Demonstrated knowledge of legal terminology, legal documents, and legal processes in the Litigation Department, including the ability to mark and generate a table of contents and table of authorities.
• Strong computer proficiency in the use of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Document Management Systems, Time Entry, e-filing and database software.

Why Join Us

At Fisher Phillips, we recognize that exceptional talent is the foundation of our success, enabling us to deliver outstanding service to both our internal and external clients. Joining our team means collaborating in a professional yet dynamic environment that leverages cutting-edge technology. Our leadership is committed to fostering your professional growth and providing opportunities to challenge yourself in meaningful ways.

We believe in rewarding talent with more than just a competitive salary. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with profit sharing, generous paid time off, and holidays.

Your well-being is our priority. We offer 24/7 telehealth services, a variety of wellness programs, and additional optional benefits designed to support your unique lifestyle. At Fisher Phillips, you’ll find a workplace that values your health, happiness, and continued professional development.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fisher Phillips is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, or any other protected status, in compliance with all applicable laws.

The statements in this position description are not necessarily all-inclusive. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned, and requirements may vary from time to time.

Relocation costs are not covered. We are only accepting direct applicants; third-party recruiters or agencies will not be considered. No phone inquiries, please.

Professional development is an integral part of how we operate. As our firm grows, so do the opportunities to expand your skills, take on new challenges, and build a career with long‑term potential. You’ll work alongside talented colleagues in a dynamic environment that values practical thinking, innovation, and continuous improvement. We encourage new ideas and empower our professionals to help move the needle.

Because professional growth should be continuous, we offer:

Learning and Development at Every Stage

12 Months of Learning

A program providing staff with monthly access to curated courses and resources designed to strengthen skills, broaden knowledge, and support long‑term career development.

For managers and emerging leaders, this ongoing program offers interactive workshops, tools, and practical guidance to strengthen leadership capabilities, support teams effectively, and make people‑centered decisions.

Fisher Phillips Values

Our shared principles guide how we think, collaborate, and deliver, anchoring every decision in what’s right for our clients and each other.