Legal Secretary - Commercial Litigation 66064
Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 per year
Location: Houston, TX
Posted: October 27 2025
Minimum Degree:
Relocation Assistance: Not Available
Our client, a growing and reputable Houston area law firm, has a new opportunity for an organized and experienced Legal Assistant/Legal Secretary to join their firm on a direct hire/permanent basis. This opportunity involves providing comprehensive support to a team of attorneys and assisting with various legal tasks to ensure the efficient operation of the firm. This position supports 4 or more attorneys.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Prepare, edit, and finalize pleadings, notices, motions, and other legal documents.
- Responsible for numerous edits and revisions to letters and forms daily.
- E-filings in various courts (state and federal)
- Citations – Coordinate Service of Process.
- Schedule hearings and depositions.
- Manage the calendar for all meetings and critical deadlines/dates.
- Maintain and organize all forms and templates.
- Submit check requests and expense reimbursements to accounting department.
- Assist with various clerical responsibilities.
Requirements:
- A minimum of 7 years of litigation experience supporting attorneys in a law firm setting, 4 or more of those years should include supporting business litigation attorneys (commercial litigation).
- Excellent organizational and communication skills are essential to effectively manage legal tasks and interactions.
- Meticulous attention to detail to ensure the accuracy and quality of legal documents and correspondence.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple tasks efficiently and meeting deadlines effectively.
- A professional demeanor and strong work ethic, demonstrating commitment to delivering exceptional support.
- E-filing experience is necessary to successfully navigate court procedures and requirements.
- Prior litigation experience is a must, allowing for seamless integration into the firm's practices.
- Familiarity with PowerPoint and Excel is a plus, contributing to the efficiency of various legal tasks.
- A background in construction litigation is a plus, providing valuable expertise to the firm's practice areas.
The firm offers an excellent benefits package!
Please reference job ID #66064.