Litigation Legal Secretary

Addison Group; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Addison Group is recruiting an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary in Dallas, TX to support defense attorneys with litigation workflows, filings, and client communications. You will manage calendars, prepare pleadings, and coordinate court filings in state and federal courts.

The role requires knowledge of Texas procedures, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience supporting litigation attorneys.
• Strong understanding of Texas court procedures, rules, docket management, and filing requirements.
• Hands-on experience with state and federal e-filing processes.
• Excellent organizational, administrative, and multitasking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• High attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate, professional work product.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Some college coursework preferred.
• Experience with Milana is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys and legal teams handling litigation matters.
• Prepare, edit, format, proofread, and manage legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, and other case-related materials.
• Coordinate court filings, including electronic filing in both Texas state and federal courts.
• Open and maintain case files, ensuring accurate documentation and record management.
• Communicate professionally with clients and maintain positive ongoing client relationships.
• Manage attorney calendars, scheduling, deadlines, court dates, and other time-sensitive commitments.
• Process expense reports, reimbursement requests, and administrative documentation.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and internal departments to support daily legal operations.
• Assist with additional administrative and litigation support duties as needed.

Skills

Litigation support

Court procedures

E-filings

Microsoft Office

Communication

Detail oriented

Education

Some college coursework

Tools

Milana

Job description

Job Title: Litigation Legal Secretary

Industry: Legal Services / Law Firm

Location: Dallas, TX

Assignment Type: Direct Hire

Pay: $75,000-$85,000 / Annually

Work Schedule: Onsite with flexible hours and potential hybrid opportunities

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About The Company:

Our client is a nationally recognized law firm with a strong presence across the United States. The firm provides a collaborative, fast-paced environment where legal professionals support a diverse client base and work closely with experienced attorneys on complex litigation matters.

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary to provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys within a busy defense practice. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of Texas state and federal court procedures, strong organizational skills, and the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven legal environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys and legal teams handling litigation matters.
• Prepare, edit, format, proofread, and manage legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, and other case-related materials.
• Coordinate court filings, including electronic filing in both Texas state and federal courts.
• Open and maintain case files, ensuring accurate documentation and record management.
• Communicate professionally with clients and maintain positive ongoing client relationships.
• Manage attorney calendars, scheduling, deadlines, court dates, and other time-sensitive commitments.
• Process expense reports, reimbursement requests, and administrative documentation.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and internal departments to support daily legal operations.
• Assist with additional administrative and litigation support duties as needed.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience supporting litigation attorneys, preferably within a defense-oriented law firm environment.
• Strong understanding of Texas court procedures, rules, docket management, and filing requirements.
• Hands-on experience with state and federal e-filing processes.
• Excellent organizational, administrative, and multitasking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• High attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate, professional work product.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Some college coursework preferred.
• Experience with legal software such as Milana is a plus.

Perks:

• Competitive salary with long-term career stability.
• Opportunity to join a nationally established law firm.
• Exposure to sophisticated litigation matters and court proceedings.
• Flexible scheduling with potential hybrid work options.
• Professional, polished work environment with strong team support.
• Opportunity to work closely with respected attorneys and legal professionals.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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