Litigation Legal Assistant - Organized Case Support

Burnett Staffing Specialists; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Burnett Staffing Specialists is looking for a Legal Assistant in Houston, TX, to support a busy team of attorneys within our litigation practice. This role involves providing administrative support, preparing legal documents, and coordinating court filings.

The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience as a legal assistant, with strong organizational and communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office is essential, along with attention to detail and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience as a legal assistant or legal secretary.
• Experience in civil litigation preferred.
• Construction litigation experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and litigation support.
• Prepare and format legal documents.
• Coordinate court filings and ensure deadlines are met.
• Maintain organized case files and calendars.
• Communicate professionally with clients and courts.
• Assist with billing and general administrative tasks.
• Collaborate with the team paralegal.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Legal document management

Attention to detail

Team-oriented mindset

Job description

Burnett Staffing Specialists is looking for a Legal Assistant in Houston, TX, to support a busy team of attorneys within our litigation practice. This role involves providing administrative support, preparing legal documents, and coordinating court filings.

The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience as a legal assistant, with strong organizational and communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office is essential, along with attention to detail and a collaborative mindset.