Litigation Legal Assistant

LHH; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH in North Texas is seeking a proactive Litigation Legal Assistant to support a busy desk with 2-3 attorneys in a fast-paced litigation environment.

You will prepare, edit, and finalize legal documents; manage court filings including e-filing in Texas; maintain calendars and deadlines; organize case files; and coordinate communications with clients, courts, and opposing counsel in a collaborative, professional team setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of legal assistant experience in a law firm.
• Litigation experience is required.
• Experience with e-filing and document preparation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys.
• Prepare, edit, and finalize legal documents and correspondence.
• Manage court filings, including e-filing in Texas courts.
• Maintain attorney calendars and monitor deadlines.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.
• Organize case files and manage related documentation.
• Assist with office support duties, phones, mail, and special projects as needed.
• Gather and organize case-related information and records.

Skills

Legal support experience

Litigation support

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

E-filing systems

Job description

Are you a proactive Legal Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment and enjoys being an integral part of a close-knit legal team?

A well-established and highly respected North Texas law firm is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to support a busy desk with 2-3 attorneys.

This is an opportunity to join a stable firm with a strong reputation, meaningful work, and a collaborative culture where your contributions are valued. If you're looking for a long-term home with attorneys who appreciate dependable support professionals, we'd love to connect.

What You'll Do

• Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys
• Prepare, edit, and finalize legal documents and correspondence
• Manage court filings, including e-filing in Texas courts
• Maintain attorney calendars and monitor deadlines
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and opposing counsel
• Organize case files and manage related documentation
• Assist with office support duties, phones, mail, and special projects as needed
• Gather and organize case-related information and records

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 2 years of legal assistant experience in a law firm
• Litigation experience required
• Civil litigation or construction law experience is a plus
• Experience with e-filing and document preparation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment
• Professional, dependable, and service-oriented attitude

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Established and respected law firm
• Direct support role with attorneys
• Collaborative and professional team environment