Legal Secretary

Robert Half • Austin, TX • 1h ago

Description We are looking for a Legal Secretary to join a law firm in Austin, Texas and provide dependable support across a busy litigation practice. This position is well suited for someone who enjoys keeping legal work organized, balancing shifting priorities, and assisting attorneys with time-sensitive matters. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a clear, detail-oriented approach to communication in a fast-paced office environment.

Responsibilities:

Draft, revise, and carefully review legal correspondence and case-related documents before attorney submission.

Assist attorneys with assembling filings, motions, briefs, and supporting materials for active litigation matters.

Handle electronic court submissions for state and federal matters while monitoring procedural rules and filing deadlines.

Maintain orderly paper and digital case records so documents can be retrieved quickly and accurately.

Communicate with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel in a clear and detail-oriented manner.

Support document review and case organization through litigation platforms such as Everlaw.

Track critical dates and help manage attorney calendars, including hearings, deadlines, and other case milestones.

Complete administrative support tasks such as scanning, filing, document routing, and general office coordination.

Provide daily operational assistance to attorneys and legal staff to help keep litigation matters moving efficiently. Requirements - 1-2 years of experience in a legal support, administrative, or office-based role.

Interest in building a career within a litigation-focused legal environment.

Exposure to court processes, filing practices, or litigation deadlines is preferred but not mandatory.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.

Strong organizational ability with careful attention to accuracy and detail.

Clear, dependable, and detail-focused communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a deadline-driven setting.

Availability to work onsite five days per week in Austin, Texas and start immediately.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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