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Clyde & Co

Legal Assistant/Paralegal - Liability & Excess Coverage

Clyde & Co, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215

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Legal Assistant/Paralegal - Liability & Excess Coverage Clyde & Co’s Dallas office is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant/Paralegal. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, detail‑oriented, and able to multitask while working independently. This hybrid role requires 2‑3 days per week in the office.

Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to litigation attorneys and paralegals.

Review and proofread correspondence and documents with exceptional detail.

Produce accurate documents and correspondence in a timely manner.

File (electronically or by courier service) briefs and other documents with federal, state, and appellate courts with minimal supervision.

Manage multiple attorney calendars using Outlook to schedule appointments and meetings.

Draft, update, and maintain spreadsheets to track status of claims.

Liaise with clients regarding status of claims, potential claims, and coverage letters.

Calculate and input case‑related deadlines into the firm’s docketing program and forecast possible upcoming claims.

Maintain electronic files for client matters.

Prepare shells for pleadings, discovery, motions, and correspondence.

Oversee arrangements for in‑house and external depositions, including booking court reporters.

Perform reception and office coordination duties.

Perform other administrative duties as they arise.

Essential Skills & Experience

Minimum 5+ years experience in a law firm setting.

High school diploma or GED required.

Extensive experience handling and completing state and federal e‑filings.

Proficient advanced user of Microsoft Word and Outlook.

Proficient advanced user of PDF programs such as Adobe, Nuance/Kofax, etc.

Detail‑oriented, highly motivated, able to multitask and work independently in a fast‑paced environment.

Impressive command of grammar and punctuation.

Experience with iManage or equivalent document management system.

Benefits

Generous time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) Safe Harbor contribution

Life/AD&D Disability

Flexible Spending Account

Supplemental Medical Accident Insurance

Supplemental Critical Illness Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Clyde & Co is an equal‑opportunity employer. Our core values encourage fairness, celebrate diversity, and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. We welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity.

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