Legal Assistant - Commercial Litigation (DALLAS)

Job ID#: 36804

Legal Assistant opportunity – Downtown Dallas

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support, including calendar management, meeting coordination, and travel arrangements

• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and presentations

• Manage client communications, ensuring timely and professional responses

• Coordinate and assist with filings in state and federal courts, including e-filing procedures

• Maintain and organize case files, records, and confidential documents

• Track deadlines and ensure compliance with court schedules and internal timelines

• Assist with billing processes, expense reports, and time entry management

• Support business development efforts, including preparation of materials and coordination of events

• Liaise with clients, court personnel, and internal teams to facilitate workflow and communication

Practice Area Experience

• Experience supporting attorneys in commercial litigation, including drafting and formatting pleadings, motions, and discovery documents

• Understanding of trial preparation, including exhibit organization, deposition coordination, and trial binder assembly

• Experience managing large, document-intensive cases and utilizing e-discovery platforms is strongly preferred

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred

• 3+ years of administrative or legal support experience, preferably in a professional services environment

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal document management systems

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities

• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion

Key Competencies

• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy

• Proactive and resourceful problem-solver

• Strong interpersonal skills and client service mindset

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

• Adaptability in a deadline-driven environment

Hybrid work schedule, 100% paid benefits and 401K match!.

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