Robert Half is hiring: Legal Secretary in Austin

Description We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys in both Transactional and Litigation sections. This role requires excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain confidentiality while managing various legal and administrative tasks. Based in Austin, Texas, this position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative and detail-oriented environment. Responsibilities:

• Draft legal documents such as briefs, motions, subpoenas, and complaints using templates and attorney-provided information.
• Handle electronic filings in both State and Federal courts, ensuring compliance with court-specific requirements.
• Organize and maintain case information using document management systems and Court Alert, including tracking deadlines and reminders.
• Prepare trial materials such as notebooks, binders, exhibits, and other documentation as needed.
• Open and manage client and matter files, including running conflict checks in collaboration with the New Business Intake team.
• Proofread legal documents to ensure accuracy in grammar, formatting, and syntax.
• Manage attorneys' calendars, ensuring deadlines and commitments are met with advance reminders.
• Coordinate meetings and conferences, including scheduling, preparing materials, and arranging video conferencing and catering.
• Assist with billing processes by entering time, preparing billing memos, and ensuring timely submission of time entries.
• Handle travel arrangements, expense reports, and other administrative tasks to support attorneys' needs. Requirements - At least 3 years of experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar administrative role within a legal environment.
• Proficiency in e-filing systems and familiarity with State and Federal court filing procedures.
• Strong skills in calendar management and scheduling.
• Experience coordinating conference calls, meetings, and other events.
• Excellent proofreading abilities with a keen eye for grammar, punctuation, and formatting.
• Familiarity with legal document preparation, including trial notebooks and exhibits.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• High level of professionalism and discretion in handling confidential information.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ( .