Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant Position

Exciting opportunity for an experienced Legal Assistant to join a fast-paced property tax litigation firm in Dallas, Texas. This direct hire role offers the chance to work closely with a growing, collaborative team, supporting a heavy case load while enjoying a family-oriented and faith-based culture.

Legal Assistant Role

As a Legal Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the team with an extensive case load. This role goes beyond administrative support, requiring a highly organized professional who can juggle multiple tasks, maintain deadlines, and ensure attorneys have everything they need to successfully prepare and manage cases. You will be deeply involved in the day-to-day operations of the practice, handling filings, managing scheduling, preparing correspondence, and serving as a direct point of contact for clients and court personnel. The Legal Assistant will also be expected to adapt quickly to changing priorities and ensure all documents and case files remain accurate and up to date.

Assisting with managing and organizing a high-volume litigation case load

Preparing, proofreading, and filing pleadings, motions, and other legal documents

Monitoring case deadlines, court calendars, and schedules to ensure timely filings and compliance

Maintaining and updating case files, both electronically and in hard copy, ensuring documents are accessible and accurate

Drafting and preparing routine correspondence to clients, opposing counsel, and court staff

Acting as a liaison between attorneys and clients, ensuring timely communication and excellent service

Legal Assistant Background Profile

Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant, preferably in litigation or a law firm environment

Strong knowledge of case management, legal filings, and e-filing procedures

Familiarity with property tax law or litigation is a plus, but not required

Associate's degree, Legal Assistant certification, or equivalent experience preferred

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft professional correspondence

Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle competing priorities and meet strict deadlines

Highly detail-oriented with strong follow-through and reliability

Tech-savvy, adaptable to new legal software, and proficient in MS Office Suite

Professional demeanor with the ability to interact effectively with attorneys, clients, and court staff

Self-motivated and proactive, with a strong sense of ownership over tasks and responsibilities

Features and Benefits

Medical, 401k plus match, hybrid schedule, PTO