Legal Administrative Assistant in Houston, TX Job at GD Resources, Houston, TX

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  • GD Resources
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

  • Competitive pay range: $35.50-$40.00/hour for this role
  • Hybrid work flexibility: Work from home options in Houston (AFTER 30 DAYS)
  • Full benefits package: Medical, vision, dental, PTO, 401k, life insurance, and disability coverage
  • Litigation focus: You'll work directly with attorneys in Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice group
  • Reasonable schedule: 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday
  • Established firm reputation: Well-respected firm that prioritizes client interests and flawless execution
NO visa sponsorship 
Recruiting advice
Target candidate profile:
  • Experience level: Look for candidates with 3-5 years of litigation-focused (defense) legal admin experience based in Houston
Red flags to watch for:
  • No litigation experience (this isn't general admin work)
  • Can't demonstrate proactive work style
  • Lacks experience with legal document preparation
  • No law firm or legal department background
  • Contract/temp/freelance or jumpy backgrounds
  • Lack of Am 100/200 or strong regional firm or in house experience 
Best sourcing channels:
  • LinkedIn: Search for "Legal Administrative Assistant" + "Litigation" + "Houston" or nearby areas
  • Local legal associations: Houston Bar Association job boards
  • Referrals: Ask current legal staff for referrals from their networks
  • Ideal companies: Firms that have an intense in-person culture 
 

Our client, an Am Law 200 firm, is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to support its Litigation Group in Houston.

We are looking for a detail-oriented professional with 3–5 years of experience in a litigation-focused legal administrative role, ideally within a law firm or corporate legal department. The ideal candidate is comfortable supporting multiple attorneys in a fast-paced litigation practice and thrives in a deadline-driven environment.
Key Qualifications & Experience:
  • 3–5 years of experience as a litigation-focused Legal Administrative Assistant
  • Prior experience in a law firm or corporate legal department is required
  • Strong experience in docketing and tracking deadlines for hearings, mediations, and trials
  • Experience preparing, formatting, and proofreading litigation documents, including pleadings and discovery
  • Experience with e-filing legal documents
  • Ability to manage administrative support for multiple attorneys simultaneously
  • Background in legal or paralegal studies preferred
  • Exposure to multiple areas of law is a plus
This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected, nationally recognized firm and contribute to a dynamic litigation team.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Freelance, Local area, Visa sponsorship

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