Legal Assistant – Commercial Litigation

Dallas, Texas
IDj-1390
Job TypeDirect Hire
Remote TypeHybrid
Compensation$80000 - $90000 / yr

An established uptown Dallas law firm is seeking an experienced and highly organized Legal Assistant to support a team of accomplished attorneys handling complex commercial litigation, business disputes, and class action matters.

This is an excellent opportunity for a polished, proactive legal support professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced law firm environment, managing competing priorities, and providing high-level support to busy attorneys.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide day-to-day administrative and legal support to multiple attorneys.
  • Prepare, format, proofread, and revise legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and court filings.
  • Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, depositions, hearings, and other litigation-related events.
  • Coordinate electronic court filings in state and federal courts.
  • Assist with discovery coordination, document organization, and litigation file management.
  • Maintain deadlines, docket calendars, and case-related schedules.
  • Coordinate travel arrangements, expense reports, and client communications.
  • Organize electronic documents, exhibits, and materials for depositions, hearings, and trial preparation.
  • Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and other firm professionals.
  • Provide general administrative support and anticipate the needs of the attorneys.

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant in a law firm, preferably supporting litigation attorneys.
  • Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, legal terminology, and court filing processes.
  • Experience with state and federal e-filing.
  • Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word and Outlook.
  • Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Professional communication skills and a strong commitment to client service.
  • A proactive, team-oriented approach with the ability to work independently.

Compensation & Benefits

  • 401(k) with a 5% company match.
  • Paid parking or public transportation subsidy.
  • Three weeks of paid vacation annually, increasing with tenure, plus 10 paid holidays.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance with 100% of employee premiums paid by the company.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions.

This is a HYBRID opportunity located in uptown Dallas.

Please submit your resume for confidential consideration.

Cerami Search Group is an equal opportunity employer.

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