A boutique defense litigation law firm in Houston, TX is seeking a Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant to support its growing team of attorneys and paralegals. This is a strong opportunity for someone with 2+ years of legal support experience who enjoys staying organized, working directly with clients, and helping keep a busy legal team running efficiently.
What You’ll Do: Conduct client intake interviews and gather important case details
Handle record retrieval requests and follow up with providers, courts, and agencies
Support attorneys and paralegals with case file management
Maintain documents and records in LeanLaw, Dropbox, and Clio
Draft routine correspondence and assist with legal documentation
Manage calendars, deadlines, and scheduling
Provide administrative support to attorneys and legal staff as needed
Help keep files organized and matters moving forward efficiently
Requirements:
2+ years of experience in a legal assistant, legal secretary, or administrative support role
Law firm experience preferred
Flexibility to adjust schedule based on attorney and paralegal needs
Experience with client intake and record retrieval
Strong organizational and multitasking skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail
What They’re Looking For:
Someone dependable, proactive, and professional
Comfortable working in a smaller, team-oriented office environment
Strong technology skills and ability to learn new systems quickly
Experience with LeanLaw, Dropbox, or Clio is a plus
Someone who takes initiative and helps reduce administrative workload for attorneys and paralegals
Why This Role:
Join a respected litigation firm where your work will have an immediate impact. This is an excellent opportunity to become a key part of a collaborative legal team and grow with a firm that values strong support professionals.
