Civil Litigation Legal Assistant (temp-to-hire)

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Legal & ComplianceParalegal

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Key Responsibilities

Support attorneys handling active civil litigation in state and federal courts Draft, revise, and finalize legal documents including pleadings, motions,

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Legal & ComplianceParalegal

A well-established litigation firm with a national presence, is seeking a Legal Assistant - Insurance Litigation to join their Austin office. This is a dynamic role supporting multiple attorneys who focus on high-volume first-party insurance defense cases, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and wants to grow within a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

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→Support attorneys handling active civil litigation in state and federal courts
→Draft, revise, and finalize legal documents including pleadings, motions, and correspondence
→File and serve documents electronically in all Texas courts
→Manage attorney calendars, schedule hearings, depositions, and meetings
→Assist with trial prep including coordinating witnesses and organizing exhibits
→Handle billing tasks including entering time, processing invoices, and submitting expenses
→Serve as liaison with courts, clients, vendors, and opposing counsel
→Manage administrative duties such as travel arrangements, scanning, and office supply coordination

3+ years of experience as a legal assistant or legal secretary in civil litigation
Familiarity with Texas court rules and e-filing systems
Strong document drafting, formatting, and proofreading skills
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
Excellent communication and organizational skills

Background supporting insurance defense litigation
Experience working in a multi-attorney support role
Knowledge of legal billing systems

Competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) with match
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Paid time off and parental leave
Employee assistance program and discounts
A supportive team culture with long-term career potential