Legal Secretary - Assistant Defense Base Act

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description :

The Houston office of Brown Sims is seeking a Legal Secretary / Assistant to join the team for its busy federal litigation (defense) division. Ideal candidates should have at least 5+ years of working at a law firm as a legal secretary / assistant.  Experience working with three or more attorneys. Experience in insurance defense, specifically in Longshore and / or Defense Base Act, is a plus. Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook Email, and Adobe. Knowledge of online court filings in accordance with Federal Procedure.  Knowledge of calendaring court deadlines. Candidate must be organized and have the ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.  Must have the ability to work independently.

Work Location : Houston, Texas 77056 (Galleria Area)

Job Type :

Full-Time

In-Office position

Days : Monday - Friday

Hours : 8 : 30am to 5 : 30pm; or 9 : 00am to 6 : 00pm

Required Qualifications :

• Minimum work experience of 5+ years as a Legal Secretary / Assistant
• Ability to work with 3 or more Attorneys
• Knowledge of Civil Litigation; Insurance Defense, specifically Longshore and / or Defense Base Act, a plus
• Knowledge to E-File in Federal courts
• Knowledge of calendaring deadlines pursuant to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Knowledge of using Microsoft Word / Excel / Outlook Calendaring
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Professionalism

Benefits for Full-Time Employees :

• Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Medical Leave (sick days)
• Paid Holidays
• Bonus
• Parking

Practice Area(s) :

• State and Federal Litigation
• Insurance Defense

Salary range will be provided during the initial interview.