Litigation Legal Secretary

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP•Dallas, TX

30d•$48,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary for its Dallas office. The qualified candidate should have a significant understanding of Texas court rules, docketing, and e-filing procedures in both federal and state courts. The firm describes the position as suitable for all experience levels, while noting that ideal candidates have five or more years of experience working in a fast-paced defense firm. This is a full-time position. The role provides administrative support and involves working with attorneys, legal support staff, firm departments, and clients. Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume. The firm is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Experience as a litigation-focused legal administrative assistant is required.
Significant understanding of Texas court rules, docketing, and e-filing procedures in federal and state courts.
Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment and manage competing demands from multiple attorneys while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, efficient, and professional.
Strong technical, organizational, and administrative skills.
Strong attention to detail and communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of experience working in a fast-paced defense firm is ideal.
Some college is preferred.
Experience with Milana is a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform administrative responsibilities and collaborate with attorneys, legal support staff, and various firm departments.
Open new matters and establish and maintain positive business relationships with clients.
Create, format, edit, proofread, and manage Word documents.
Draft routine correspondence and forms.
Track, organize, and process expense reports, reimbursements, and check requests using Chrome River.
Manage and maintain lawyers’ schedules and calendars.
Perform other duties as assigned.