Legal Secretary

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Sugar Land, Texas. This role is ideal for someone who pays close attention to detail and thrives in a dynamic legal environment. You will assist attorneys with a variety of administrative and litigation-related tasks, ensuring smooth operations and timely execution of important activities.

Responsibilities :

• Draft and finalize legal documents, including pleadings, discovery materials, and correspondence.
• File legal documents electronically in state and federal courts.
• Provide support in trial preparation, including organizing materials and scheduling.
• Manage calendars for hearings, mediations, deadlines, and depositions.
• Maintain and organize electronic client files for easy access and retrieval.
• Arrange travel accommodations and prepare expense reimbursements for attorneys as needed.
• Review and process invoices for approval.
• Perform dictation tasks and transcribe as requested.
• Handle administrative tasks such as scanning, copying, mailing, and faxing documents.
• Provide receptionist coverage when required.
• Proficiency in e-filing and court filings at both state and federal levels.
• Strong skills in calendar management to track deadlines and appointments.
• Familiarity with civil litigation processes and procedures.
• Experience with dictation and transcription.
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Ability to work with Dropbox for file sharing and management.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and ability to multitask effectively.