Sr Legal Assistant

NextEra Energy•Houston, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

At Gexa Energy, a NextEra Energy Resources company, we provide reliable low-cost energy solutions. Focused on customer satisfaction, we offer innovative electricity plans tailored to the diverse needs of Texas homes and businesses. If you're passionate about making a difference in the energy industry and delivering exceptional customer experiences, join our team today. NextEra Energy’s affiliate, Gexa Energy, is seeking a Sr. Legal Assistant to support its legal team in Houston. This role will support the attorneys on the team with budgeting, expenses, procurement, time entry management and file management. The assistant will also assist in drafting agreements (including amendments, terminations, releases, and notices) and maintain organized records in document management systems. Duties also include assisting with settlements, responding to subpoenas and monitoring ongoing litigation and engaging outside counsel. The role supports high‑volume work, including responding to attorney requests, monitoring the legal shared mailbox, maintaining logs and tracking deadlines and follow‑up actions. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, comfortable managing multiple time‑sensitive matters, and experienced working in a fast‑paced, high volume, regulated environment. The position reports directly to the Managing Counsel.

Requirements

High School Grad / GED
8+ years of experience

Nice To Haves

Multi-Tasking
Time Management
Adaptability
Planning
Organization Skills
Typing Skills
Telephone Skills
Report/Presentation Preparation
Copy Services/Duplication
Mail Express Services

Responsibilities

Assists in case preparation including basic legal research, file maintenance and transaction management and closings
Drafts documents and correspondence
Maintains legal calendar and schedules all legal proceedings and negotiations
Mentors and coordinates work activities for junior employees
Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Support attorneys on the team with budgeting, expenses, procurement, time entry management and file management.
Assist in drafting agreements (including amendments, terminations, releases, and notices) and maintain organized records in document management systems.
Assist with settlements, responding to subpoenas and monitoring ongoing litigation and engaging outside counsel.
Respond to attorney requests, monitor the legal shared mailbox, maintain logs and track deadlines and follow-up actions.