Temporary Litigation Legal Assistant
Jobot Consulting · Dallas, TX · 1 mo ago
On-siteLegal$30–$39/hrContract
About the role
Jobot is partnering with a top Dallas full‑service business law firm to hire a temporary litigation legal assistant. The firm offers a full range of services and has been recognized as a “Top Place to Work” by the Dallas Morning News.
Responsibilities
- Calendar deadlines; file/serve documents in state and federal court; open new matters.
- Draft, edit, and format pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and legal correspondence.
- Manage attorney calendars (meetings, depositions, hearings, trial dates, travel).
- Process expense reports, reimbursements, and check requests.
- Liaise with clients and vendors.
- Enter attorney time and assist with client billing.
- Report to HR.
Qualifications
- Familiarity with Texas state and federal civil procedure and e‑filing.
- 80+ wpm typing; strong computer skills (scanning, e‑filing).
- Self‑starter; works well under deadline pressure with minimal supervision.
- Strong organization, time management, and communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Acrobat, and a document management system (e.g., iManage); best authority experience a plus.
- Excellent proofreading skills.
Pay
$30 – $39 per hour