Litigation Assistant

Reporting to the Office Manager or Designee, the Legal Assistant I is responsible for working within the stream of legal operations which can include prejudgment remedies, judgements, post judgement remedies, and/or logistics process work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Updates electronic files.

* Handles phone calls, on occasion, from Court System.

* Assists with preparation of trial/hearing folders.

* Assists with preparation of pleadings and correspondence.

* Processes mail daily and ensures all information received is updated properly in the collection software system.

* Scans, copies, prints, and redacts legal documents.

* Other responsibilities as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

* Being results driven and customer focused are requirements of the position.

* Having the ability to successfully prioritize and manage multiple work assignments.

* Strong attention to detail while producing high-quality work result is critical.

Education and Experience:

Must have a high school diploma (or equivalent) with a preference for some college education and/or paralegal studies. Prefer one to three years of experience and a familiarity with legal terminology; however, will provide on the job training. Experience in the Microsoft Suite of products is required.

Physical Requirements:

* Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

* Frequently required to talk or hear, and use hand to type, handle, or touch objects.

* Regularly required to stand and walk, and may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders.

* Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds at times.

* Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.

Work Environment:

The position is primarily an office-based position with the potential for a hybrid work arrangement.

Schedule: Monday through Friday 8am-5pm

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)


• 401(k) matching


• Dental insurance


• Employee assistance program


• Health insurance


• Life insurance


• Paid time off


• Referral program


• Vision insurance


• Work from home

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dallas or Houston TX, or Las Vegas NV: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Houston or Dallas, TX 77077 or Las Vegas NV 89117