Legal Staff Legal Secretary in Frisco, TX

Law Firm

Frisco, TX

Legal Staff Legal Secretary in Frisco, TX

Legal Staff

Min 3 yrs required

No

Clark Hill PLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.


Position: Experienced Legal Administrative Assistant - Fidelity/Surety and Coverage Practice Group
Location: Collin County, TX
Job Id: 959
# of Openings: 1

Clark Hill PLC is a well-established and highly respected law firm seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant for our Fidelity/Surety and Coverage Practice Group. This full-time position is based in our Collin County (Frisco) office and requires a minimum of 3 years of litigation experience. Knowledge of fidelity/surety is a plus.

The Legal Administrative Assistant will report to the Office Manager and assigned attorneys, and will be responsible for providing secretarial and administrative support to attorneys, including drafting letters, memos, pleadings, and other legal documents. The role also involves entering conflict information into the system, preparing supporting documentation, filing pleadings with the appropriate court systems, managing a central docketing system, making travel arrangements, and handling expense reimbursements for attorneys. This position primarily supports attorneys in the litigation area.

Key Responsibilities:

- Proficiency in MS Word, including generating tables of contents and authorities
- In-depth understanding of federal and state court procedures and filing requirements, including e-filing in federal court
- Formatting and proofreading pleadings, letters, memos, and other documents
- Opening and closing new matters, including conflict submission
- Scheduling meetings and arranging logistics for conferences and depositions
- Maintaining attorney calendars and making travel arrangements
- Other duties as assigned by the Office Manager, attorneys, or Business Unit Leader

Minimum Requirements:

- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented work environment
- Strong team player with a willingness to take on projects of any size
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Familiarity with litigation technology for managing electronic and hard copy documents
- Thorough understanding of court rules and filing requirements
- Knowledge of Pacer and ECF filing procedures
- Experience with federal court filings
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills

Salary Information:

The salary range for this position is $60,, annually, based on a full-time work schedule. Actual compensation may vary depending on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill sets, training, and market data. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Benefits:

In addition to competitive compensation, Clark Hill offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance with optional HSA/FSA, short and long term disability, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K, vacation and sick time, parking/public transportation allowance, and an employee assistance program.

To apply for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application process.

Clark Hill PLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, or disability status.

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Summary:

Clark Hill PLC, a highly respected law firm, is seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to join our Fidelity/Surety and Coverage Practice Group in Collin County, TX. This full-time position requires at least 3 years of litigation experience and offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. As a Legal Administrative Assistant, you will provide essential support to attorneys, including drafting legal documents, managing calendars and travel arrangements, and maintaining electronic and hard copy documents. This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic team and make a significant impact in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Apply now and take the next step in your legal career at **Members Only**