Senior Litigation Assistant — Hybrid, Billing & Trial Prep

Jobot; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k with match and profit sharing

Life insurance and AD&D

FSA/HSA

Job summary

Jobot in Austin, TX seeks an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys, manage complex calendars, coordinate travel, and assist with billing.

The role requires 5+ years in a legal assistant role, strong organizational and communication skills, MS Office proficiency, and familiarity with legal research tools in a fast-paced, hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or similar role, preferably within a litigation setting.
• Proficiency in calendar management and attorney billing with high attention to detail.
• Excellent knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and legal document formatting.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication with clients, attorneys, and stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain confidentiality in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research software.
• Proactive and flexible team player.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to a team of attorneys, including managing complex calendars, scheduling meetings, and coordinating travel arrangements.
• Prepare, edit, and proofread legal documents and correspondence, ensuring materials are accurate and professionally presented.
• Manage attorney billing, including preparing and submitting invoices, tracking payments, and resolving billing issues.
• Assist with preparation for trials, depositions, and hearings, including organizing evidence and liaising with clients and witnesses.
• Maintain an organized and up-to-date filing system with confidential information securely stored.
• Provide excellent customer service, acting as the first point of contact for clients and maintaining professional relationships.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in legislation and industry trends affecting current cases.

Skills

Calendar management

Attorney billing

Legal terminology

Communication skills

Organization

Microsoft Office

Legal research software

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal research software

Job description

Jobot in Austin, TX seeks an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys, manage complex calendars, coordinate travel, and assist with billing.

The role requires 5+ years in a legal assistant role, strong organizational and communication skills, MS Office proficiency, and familiarity with legal research tools in a fast-paced, hybrid environment.