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Litigation Legal Secretary

A complex litigation law firm located in the Galleria area of Houston is seeking a temp-to-hire insurance defense Legal Secretary to join their team. Candidates must have 4+ years of litigation experience and be well-versed in filing in state (Texas) and federal courts.

Duties include:

• Provide comprehensive administrative assistance to attorneys in defense practice
• Prepare materials for hearings, trials, mediations, arbitrations, depositions, and meetings
• Maintain and manage client files with accuracy and confidentiality
• Track and calendar state and federal litigation deadlines
• Handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity
• Utilize document management systems, preferably iManage
• E-file documents in both state and federal courts
• Coordinate travel arrangements and process expense reimbursements
• Maintain attorney calendars and schedule appointments
• Open new client/matter files and initiate conflict checks
• Process check requests and maintain tracking systems
• Assist attorneys with timekeeping and billing entries
• Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents with a high level of accuracy
• Prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Work overtime as needed
• Adhere to all firm policies and procedures
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned

Base pay range: $75,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Legal

Industries: Law Practice