Jobs · Legal · Texas

Corporate Legal Assistant

Avanci · Dallas, TX · 2 mo ago
On-siteLegalFull-time

About the role

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Corporate Legal Assistant to support the Legal Department across operational, administrative, and financial functions. This role will serve as a key partner in improving operational efficiency, while also supporting core legal activities such as contract administration, case tracking, and corporate record management. This position is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in legal support who is interested in the operational side of a legal function.

Responsibilities

  • Legal Operations
    • Serve as a Legal Tracker company administrator responsible for invoicing, external counsel billing management, vendor onboarding, and matter management
    • Monitor and review outside counsel submissions for compliance with guidelines
  • Corporate Records Administration
    • Administer companywide Document Management System, including maintaining and organizing corporate records, contracts, board materials, correspondence, and governance documents
    • Support contract lifecycle management, including tracking, organization, and execution processes
    • Assist in preparing legal documents and internal communications for attorney review
  • Administrative & Operational Support
    • Coordinate meetings, calendars, and communications for the legal team
    • Support Platform Operations with onboarding new customers
    • Maintain and periodically update legal templates, playbooks, and knowledge resources
    • Manage legal vendor and subscription management

Requirements

  • Associates degree required
  • 5–8+ years of experience in a legal support or legal operations role
  • Experience with legal billing systems strongly preferred
  • Familiarity with contract lifecycle management tools or document management systems, such as Epona
  • Exposure to patents, licensing, or corporate legal environments is a plus

Skills

  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
  • Experience working with outside counsel billing management

Competencies

  • Legal Operations & Process Improvement
  • Attention to Detail
  • Communication & Stakeholder Management
  • Organization & Execution

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