LEGAL ASSISTANT – LITIGATION & GEN-ED
Location: Harlingen
Walsh Gallegos Kyle Robinson & De Los Santos P.C. is a law firm devoted to supporting public education and other governmental entities. We have been working in partnership with leaders in public education and other governmental entities since 1983 and strive to make a difference in the boardroom, the courtroom, and the classroom. We have an excellent career opportunity for a Legal Assistant in our Harlingen office to support 3 attorneys in employment law, student discipline, governance and various matters in education. This position also provides support in litigation, including managing the litigation discovery process, document collection and preservation, document review, document production tasks, and maintaining case filing and discovery databases.
The Legal Assistant position supports attorneys in managing daily administrative and clerical tasks, including:
· Calendaring and scheduling
· File management, including document collection, organization, and preservation
· Editing, drafting, and formatting correspondence, documents and PowerPoint presentations
· Verbal and written communication with clients, coworkers and internal firm departments
· Processing expense reimbursements, check requests and other miscellaneous administrative tasks
· Document review, document production including pleadings, discovery documents and general litigation support
· Provide assistance with e-filing
Critical skills include:
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Strong organizational and case management skills
· Excellent attention to detail, proofing and editing skills
· Excellent work ethic and a teamwork mindset
· Ability to multi-task, prioritize and proactively manage multiple deadlines
· Ability to absorb information quickly and adapt to change
· Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines with a calm, professional demeanor
Requirements:
· At least 3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Executive Assistant in a professional work environment
· Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe
· Experience with Nitro or similar PDF software is a plus
· Experience with education, contracts and administrative hearings, litigation processes and insurance defense dockets is a plus
· High school diploma or equivalent
We offer a strong benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, a 401(k) plan, Paid Time Off (PTO), and a supportive, dynamic office culture. Note that all firm support staff are required to work on-site.
If you have these qualities and want to work in a challenging but rewarding environment, submit your resume and cover letter with salary requirements and references to [email protected].
www.walshgallegos.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
