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Legal Assistant

Austin, TX 78735

Posted: 02/09/2026 Employment Type: Direct Hire Industry: Clerical Job Number: 133001

Job Description


In this role, you will provide support to litigation attorneys in a fast-paced litigation environment. This role blends administrative support with hands-on legal assistance, ideal for someone who thrives on organization, deadlines, and attention to detail.

 

Key Responsibilities

Administrative & Office Support

  • Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate court deadlines

  • Draft, format, proofread, and finalize legal correspondence and pleadings

  • Maintain electronic and physical filing systems

  • Answer phones and communicate professionally with clients, courts, and opposing counsel

Litigation Support

  • Prepare and file pleadings, motions, discovery, and other court documents

  • Assist with document management, case files, and trial preparation

  • Track deadlines and ensure compliance with court rules and procedures

  • Coordinate service of process and filings (state and federal courts)

 

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary (litigation preferred)

  • Experience supporting attorneys in business litigation or civil litigation

  • Strong knowledge of legal document formatting and filing procedures

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)

  • Experience with legal practice management software a plus (Centerbase and NetDocs)

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven

 

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Comfortable juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced law firm

  • Proactive, reliable, and able to anticipate attorney needs

  • Professional demeanor with clients and court personnel

  • Team-oriented but capable of working independently

L.K. Jordan & Associates is an equal opportunity employer
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