Litigation Support Specialist

Josephson Dunlap LLP; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parking

Job summary

Josephson Dunlap, LLP is seeking a highly organized Legal Assistant to join our Houston litigation team. You will support paralegals and attorneys across discovery, filings, and trial preparation, coordinating deadlines in Litify and related systems.

This role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and proactive problem-solving, with a focus on timely case progression and efficient matter management in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in legal assistance or litigation support.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to follow procedures and escalate when needed.
• Professional and proactive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Familiarity with case-management systems and legal tech.
• Experience with Litify, DocketBird, or ECF is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support paralegals and attorneys with day-to-day management of active litigation matters, including case information, documents, and deadlines in Litify and other firm systems.
• Assist with new matter setup, court filings, service, calendaring, and other case-management tasks.
• Assist with preparing, finalizing, and filing pleadings and other litigation documents.
• Assist with scheduling depositions, court reporters, videographers, travel, and related logistics.
• Coordinate mediation logistics and maintain required materials and deadlines.
• Assist with trial preparation, including organizing case materials, exhibits, witness lists, and attorney trial materials.
• Assist with settlement administration, including tracking deadlines, expenses, signatures, and required documentation.
• Assist with confirming settlement funds and completing case-closing procedures.
• Work closely with paralegals, attorneys, and other legal support staff to keep cases organized and moving forward.
• Communicate promptly regarding deadlines, missing information, and issues requiring attention.
• Maintain confidentiality and sound judgment when handling client and case information.

Skills

Organization

Attention to detail

Time management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Procedural adherence

Independence

Team collaboration

Legal technology

Litigation systems

Tools

Litify

DocketBird

ECF

Document management tools

Job description

Josephson Dunlap, LLP is seeking a highly organized Legal Assistant to join our Houston litigation team. You will support paralegals and attorneys across discovery, filings, and trial preparation, coordinating deadlines in Litify and related systems.

This role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and proactive problem-solving, with a focus on timely case progression and efficient matter management in a fast-paced environment.