Litigation Legal Secretary

Based in Texas, we are a well-established litigation firm seeking an experienced legal secretary with previous insurance defense experience to support our growing team. The award-winning firm offers a great work environment and a strong compensation and benefits package.

About the role

Dallas-based litigation law firm is seeking an experienced legal secretary to join its Dallas office. The successful candidate will have a strong background in litigation, specifically in insurance defense, and will be well-versed in calendaring and e-filing.

Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive secretarial support to our team of attorneys, including drafting and editing legal documents, correspondence, and reports.
• Managing complex calendars, scheduling meetings, court dates, and deadlines.
• Handling e-filing of court documents in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assisting with case management, including tracking and managing deadlines.
• Coordinating with clients, court personnel, and other legal professionals.
• Maintaining client files and case materials in an organized and up-to-date manner.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a legal secretary, preferably within litigation and insurance defense.
• Proficient in calendaring and e-filing, with a strong understanding of court filing systems and procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• PTO and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan

Pay

$70,000 - $90,000 per year