Cokinos | Young is hiring: Legal Secretary (Litigation) in Houston

About Cokinos | Young Well known for its construction law expertise since 1989, Cokinos | Young offers a broad array of legal services delivered with a commitment to efficiency, value, and client service. Clients benefit from our extensive experience on a wide range of projects in both the public and private sectors. Cokinos | Young prides itself on a vibrant culture of cooperation and collaboration and welcomes all qualified candidates looking to join our growing team of professionals. Today, we are a firm of approximately 100 lawyers across Texas and on both coasts. The Firm is currently seeking an experienced Litigation Secretary in our Houston office. This dynamic position involves a combination of administrative, organizational, client service, and communication tasks to support a team of Houston attorneys. You will work under the supervision of an attorney team and will provide support on assigned legal cases and tasks. The firm offers a competitive benefits and compensation package and a supportive team environment and culture. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of experience and possess competencies in Microsoft Word, as well as strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Responsibilities for Litigation Secretary Provide secretarial support to 4-5 attorneys Manage case deadlines and filings Assist with trial preparation and research Maintain/enter billable time entries for attorneys Transcribe, prepare, edit, and proofread legal documents and communications Organize legal documents in the document management system Prepare document outlines, including motions and petitions Schedule court hearings, depositions, and other proceedings Effectively communicate with clients and colleagues Source and verify important case intelligence Must have experience with litigation, construction law, and personal injury. Answer phone calls and emails, take notes/messages and redirect calls and messages when appropriate. Maintain attorney calendars Qualifications of Litigation Secretary 4+ years of legal secretary experience Notary public desired Basic level of experience using office machinery (printers, fax machines, photocopiers, etc) Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite: Outlook, Word, Teams, and other business technologies Experience with document management software is a plus. Sensitivity to confidential documents and information Ability to multitask while maintaining a high degree of attention to detail and accuracy in a high-paced, dynamic environment Proven experience working in a professional office environment Excellent verbal and written communication skills High standards of client service Organizational and time management skills Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines Ability to work independently to accomplish routine tasks Great team player