Houston Legal Assistant

About the role

Our growing criminal defense law firm is seeking a Legal Assistant in our Houston, TX office. We operate a busy and highly successful practice with 16 offices supporting over 130 attorneys, primarily handling criminal defense misdemeanors and felonies, with a focus on DWI cases. We operate as a highly cooperative and collaborative firm to ensure all clients receive the best possible service.

Responsibilities

• Assists attorneys with clients via phone, email, and in person with questions or concerns
• Acts as liaison between attorneys and clients
• Enters new client information into the case management system, drafts contracts, and maintains files
• Handles heavy scheduling
• Performs filing, backup phone operator duties, and other clerical tasks

Requirements

• Legal Assistant experience is preferred
• Criminal defense experience is a plus but not required
• Bilingual (English & Spanish) is a plus but not required

Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision insurance
• Life & Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan

Pay

$18–23 USD per hour (Houston office)