Litigation File Clerk

Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins and Mott LLP (PBFCM) has an immediate opening for an entry-level Litigation File Clerk in our Houston office.PBFCM has been in business since 1970. We represent more than 2000 governmental entities in Texas school districts, cities, counties, hospital districts, appraisal districts, and special districts. We have grown steadily every year. We currently have 15 offices across Texas with over 50 attorneys and more than 400 employees. Founded on the principles of honesty and ethical conduct our success is due to our refusal to deviate from these core values.This is a full time position with great benefits including medical, dental, vision and a generous PTO policy. PBFCM is a dynamic, high-volume law firm offering a professional, yet casual environment. We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-starting hard worker to join our winning team.Essential Job Functions:Provide clerical support to the legal assistants and attorneys as needed in the collaborative efforts to move cases forwardMaintain and process documents within document storage softwarePrepare and e-file litigation documents with various courtsPrepare various outgoing lettersCorrespond daily via email with legal assistants and attorneysMaintain and update databases including e-cabinet system and firm's custom case management systemMeet daily deadlines related to the many aspects of the litigation processAdditional clerical or administrative duties, as needed or assignedExperience Requirement:* As an entry level position no experience is required; however at least one (1) year experience in an office setting is preferred* Previous experience in a law office, with a general understanding of the litigation process is a plusEducation Requirement:* High school diploma or equivalentCompetencies:Essential Skills:Strong grammar, spelling and general math skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel and OutlookAbility to meet deadlines, work under pressure and prioritize tasksStrict attention to detailAbility to work independentlyStrong proficiency at multi-taskingPunctuality and dependabilityHas knowledge of office procedures and operation of office machines such as copiers, scanners and fax machinesPreferred Skills:Excellent critical thinking skillsSuperior computer skills and knowledgeProactive work ethicExcellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills, including verbal and written communicationWork Environment:This position involves:Sitting at a computer most of the dayOn the job trainingPerformance assessment within the first 60 days of employmentAnnual performance reviewsReporting to department supervisor and litigation managerPhysical Demands:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, speak and hear. The employee is required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; the employee may be required, on occasion, to stoop, kneel, or crouch. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Employee may be required to travel by air or car.If you have an interest in this opportunity, please apply via our web site at: www.PBFCM.com