Litigation Legal Assistant

LHH; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parking

401(k) plan

Comprehensive medical benefits (United

Job summary

LHH Legal in Waxahachie, TX is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to support a busy practice. The role involves drafting and formatting documents, managing court filings, calendars, deadlines, and coordinating with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.

This onsite, full-time opportunity offers stability and professional growth. Qualified candidates have at least 2 years of legal assistant experience in a law firm, familiarity with e-filing, Word, and transcript work; civil or construction

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Legal Assistant experience in a law firm.
• Litigation experience required; civil/construction litigation preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and legal document formatting; experience with e-filing and transcription.

Responsibilities

• Provide litigation support to 2-3 attorneys.
• Prepare, revise, and format legal documents and correspondence.
• Manage state and federal court filings, including e-filing.
• Maintain attorney calendars, deadlines, and case schedules.
• Coordinate communications with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.
• Assist with document management and case organization.
• Gather and organize case-related information and records.
• Support trial preparation and other litigation-related tasks.
• Handle general administrative and office support duties as needed.

Skills

Litigation experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team oriented

Tools

Microsoft Word

Legal document formatting

E-filing

Transcription

Job description

Litigation Legal Assistant | Waxahachie, TX 55 -65K

Join a respected Texas law firm where employee retention, teamwork, and professional growth are a priority.

LHH Legal is partnering with a well-established law firm in Waxahachie, TX seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support a busy litigation practice. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys in a collaborative, professional environment with excellent long-term stability.

Responsibilities

• Provide litigation support to 2-3 attorneys
• Prepare, revise, and format legal documents and correspondence
• Manage state and federal court filings, including e-filing
• Maintain attorney calendars, deadlines, and case schedules
• Coordinate communications with clients, courts, and opposing counsel
• Assist with document management and case organization
• Gather and organize case-related information and records
• Support trial preparation and other litigation-related tasks
• Handle general administrative and office support duties as needed

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Legal Assistant experience in a law firm
• Litigation experience required
• Civil litigation or construction litigation experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and legal document formatting
• Experience with e-filing and transcription
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Professional, dependable, and detail-oriented
• Team-oriented but capable of working independently

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Excellent employee tenure and retention
• Collaborative culture with minimal micromanagement
• Direct exposure to attorneys and litigation matters
• Firm-sponsored events and social gatherings
• Paid parking
• 401(k) plan
• Comprehensive medical benefits through United Healthcare with significant employer contribution
• Discretionary bonus potential

Location: Waxahachie, TX

Schedule: Full-Time | 37.5 Hours Per Week

Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite

Pay Details: $55,000.00 to $65,000.00 per year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.