Legal Secretary

The Willis Law Group has an immediate opening for a Civil Litigation Insurance Defense Legal Secretary with 3 plus years of Litigation experience to join our elite team in Garland, TX. Candidates must have 3 plus years of litigation experience with high accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to work under tight deadlines and assist multiple attorneys. Legal Secretary Responsibilities: Prepare legal documents including correspondence, discovery, pleadings, etc. Calendar reminders. Schedule deadlines for pre-suits, pleadings, and discovery and pre-trial/trial matters. Schedule client meetings, depositions, mediations, and court appearances, as well as obtain case information and follow up on attorney correspondence and filings. Transcribe dictation and review attorney-generated correspondence and documents, ensuring adherence to court-mandated guidelines. Handle non-billable tasks for assigned attorneys, including preparing and updating active file lists. Facilitate a consistent approach to file management and client representation. Knowledge of court rules and procedures and be able to prioritize tasks accordingly. Experience with e-filing documents with the court and knowledge of local, state, and federal deadlines. Supporting up to 3 attorneys. Legal Secretary Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED or higher education. Insurance Defense experience. Strong knowledge of MS Word. An intermediate knowledge of Excel. Accuracy and attention to detail. Multitasking capabilities. Verbal and written communication skills. Organizational and time management skills. High level of discretion and confidentiality required. Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and work well with team members. Knowledge of Caret Legal software is a huge plus. Bilingual - preferred Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD Life Insurance, 401K Retirement Plan Paid Time Off – accrued. Competitive Salary Come and join a supportive, team-centered firm where success and growth are cultivated and celebrated! The Willis Law Group is an equal-opportunity employer. www.thewillislawgroup.com - Apply Today! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Experience: Microsoft Office: 3 years (Required) Legal Secretary: 3 years (Required) Legal case management: 3 years (Required) Legal administrative: 3 years (Required) Schedule management: 3 years (Required) Calendar management: 3 years (Required) E-Filing: 3 years (Required) Ability to Commute: Houston, TX 77058 (Required) Work Location: In person