Receptionist/Legal Assistant

Synectics Inc.; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Synectics Inc. in Waxahachie, TX seeks a dependable Receptionist / Litigation Legal Assistant to support three attorneys in a busy law firm. This full-time, in-office role blends front desk duties with litigation support and general administration.

The ideal candidate has law firm experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Word and e-filing systems. You will manage calls, calendar deadlines, drafts, and correspondence while delivering excellent

Qualifications

• Experience as a litigation legal assistant in a law firm.
• Strong MS Word and electronic court filing proficiency.
• Experience with transcription, calendaring, and document management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Dependable, professional, and capable of managing a busy reception desk.

Responsibilities

• Manage front desk operations and greet visitors with professional client service.
• Provide administrative and litigation support to three attorneys, including document prep and correspondence.
• Handle electronic court filings (e-filing) and organize legal files.
• Maintain attorney calendars, schedule appointments, and track deadlines.
• Perform general law firm administrative duties and liaise with clients and colleagues.

Skills

Microsoft Word

E-file systems

Transcription

Calendaring

Document management

Communication skills

Organization

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Reception desk management

Tools

E-filing software

Job description

We are seeking a dependable and professional Receptionist / Litigation Legal Assistant to support a team of three attorneys in a busy law firm environment. The ideal candidate will have prior law firm experience, particularly in litigation legal support, along with strong administrative, communication, and organizational skills. This full-time, in-office role combines front desk responsibilities with litigation support and general law firm administration.

Responsibilities

• Manage front desk operations, answer and direct incoming calls, greet visitors, and provide professional client service.
• Provide administrative and litigation support to three attorneys, including document preparation, transcription, and correspondence.
• Handle electronic court filings (e-filing), document management, and organization of legal files.
• Maintain attorney calendars, schedule appointments, track deadlines, and coordinate daily office activities.
• Perform general law firm administrative duties while communicating effectively with clients, attorneys, and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Previous litigation legal assistant experience required.
• Prior law firm experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and electronic court filing systems.
• Experience with transcription, calendaring, and document management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Dependable, professional, and capable of managing a busy reception desk.