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Walters, Balido & Crain LLP · 2 days ago

Entry-Level Legal Assistant (Houston, TX)

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Walters Balido & Crain, a mid-sized Texas-based civil litigation and insurance defense firm, is seeking to hire a full-time Legal Assistant for its Houston office. The role involves case management, legal document preparation, and assisting with discovery and document production.

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Hiring Manager

Kathryn Ferguson

Responsibilities

Case management

Legal document preparation

Calendaring deadlines

Proofing and formatting documents

Speaking with clients and various courts

Scheduling/Calendaring - depositions, hearings, mediations, client meetings, and trials (scheduling proficiency is imperative)

Assisting with discovery and document production; and

Responding to unique attorney needs

Qualification

Microsoft OfficeAdobe AcrobatCivil defense litigationRules of Civil ProcedureTyping skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Experienced

Hard-working

Enthusiastic

Team player

Proficient with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat

Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Excellent communication skills

Typing skills

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Professional appearance

Active knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure

Knowledge and experience in preparing basic legal documents and pleadings

Ability to electronically file in Federal and State courts

Must pass a background check

Preferred

Civil defense litigation experience

Benefits

401(k)

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Free parking

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid sick time

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Company

Walters, Balido & Crain LLP

Walters, Balido & Crain's team of over 90 dedicated attorneys are known for their exceptional expertise in navigating the complexities of civil litigation.

Founded in 2006