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Legal Secretary (55330)

Legal Secretary (55330)

Easley Resource GroupHouston, TX, US
30+ days ago
Job description

A prominent law firm in the Houston area is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant to join their team on a permanent, direct hire basis. Requirements :

  • 3 or more years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary in a legal department or law firm setting.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook as well as Adobe Acrobat and document management systems.
  • Must be organized and able to handle many tasks at one time.

Duties include :

  • Answer phones and relay messages in an timely and professional manner.
  • Support multiple assigned attorneys.
  • Update internal documents in NetDocs.
  • Prepare and track packages / mail sent using Certified Mail Return Receipts.
  • Calendaring, keeping up-to-date with upcoming deadlines.
  • Prepare conference rooms for meetings.
  • Schedule Zoom meetings.
  • Initiates communication with attorneys regarding when important assignments are due.
  • Electronic filing in state and federal courts.
  • Coordinate travel arrangements and prepare expense reports for the attorneys.
  • Input time for the attorneys.
  • Prepare binders for depositions and hearings.
  • File management - opening, closing, and retrieval of client files.

    • Benefits include medical and dental insurance, HSA, 401K, paid parking, vacation and PTO, disability insurance, wellness program, gym membership and FSA.