Onsite Civil Litigation Legal Assistant – Contract-to-Hire

Addison Group; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Garage parking

Annual bonus upon conversion

Job summary

Addison Group is hiring for our client, an established Fort Worth law firm specializing in civil litigation. The firm is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to provide legal and administrative support to attorneys while helping manage an active caseload.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of Legal Assistant experience in a law firm, experience supporting civil litigation, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal research or case management software.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Legal Assistant experience in a law firm.
• Experience supporting civil litigation, defense, or related practice areas.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal research systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and format pleadings, briefs, agreements, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Proofread and review materials for accuracy and consistency.
• Prepare court filings, discovery documents, exhibits, and redacted materials.
• Electronically file documents with state and federal courts.
• Organize and maintain case files through document management systems.
• Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, depositions, conferences, and travel.
• Transcribe dictation and prepare routine correspondence.
• Handle administrative duties such as phone coverage, scheduling, and travel.
• Conduct basic legal research and compile information for active cases.
• Maintain client databases and update case-related records.
• Track contracts, agreements, and associated deadlines.
• Provide additional administrative and litigation support as needed.

Skills

Legal experience

Civil litigation

Organization

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal research software

Document management systems

Job description

Addison Group is hiring for our client, an established Fort Worth law firm specializing in civil litigation. The firm is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to provide legal and administrative support to attorneys while helping manage an active caseload.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of Legal Assistant experience in a law firm, experience supporting civil litigation, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal research or case management software.