Paralegal/Legal Secretary

State Bar of South Dakota; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Austin, Strait, Benson, Thole & Koehn, LLP is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Secretary/Paralegal to join our team in Austin, TX. The role focuses on supporting attorneys with case management, drafting documents, and managing calendars in a fast-paced office.

Qualifications include prior paralegal or administrative experience, a Bachelor's degree preferred, strong data entry skills, and proficiency with legal software.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as Administrative Assistant or Paralegal in an office setting.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent admin/paralegal experience preferred.
• Strong data entry and attention to detail.
• Experience with legal software is highly desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to attorneys by managing schedules, organizing files, and preparing legal documents.
• Assist in the litigation process by drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
• Conduct data entry and maintain accurate records.
• Communicate effectively with clients, witnesses, and other parties involved in legal proceedings.
• Ensure compliance with court deadlines and filing procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Legal software

Job description

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Paralegal/Legal Secretary

By Austin, Strait, Benson, Thole & Koehn, LLP

8/4/2026

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Secretary/Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will possess strong administrative skills and have a solid understanding of various areas of law, including Family Law, Estate Planning, and Criminal Law. This role is crucial in supporting attorneys with their case management and ensuring the smooth operation of our legal office.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to attorneys by managing schedules, organizing files, and preparing legal documents.
• Assist in the litigation process by drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
• Conduct data entry and maintain accurate records.
• Communicate effectively with clients, witnesses, and other parties involved in legal proceedings.
• Ensure compliance with court deadlines and filing procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Administrative Assistant or Paralegal or in a similar administrative role within an office setting.
• A Bachelor's Degree or experience as an administrative assistant or Paralegal is preferred.
• Proficient in data entry with strong attention to detail.
• Experience using legal software is highly desirable.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Experience

• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability To Commute

• Watertown, SD 57201 (Required)

Ability To Relocate

• Watertown, SD 57201: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person