Senior Legal Assistant Job – Austin, TX
Why You'll Love This Job!
Bring your passion for helping others and your sense of fairness to an established and respected company that shares those same values! When you onboard as a Senior Legal Assistant with Popp Hutcheson PLLC in Austin, you are doing more than just accepting a job offer; you are joining a team of talented people who love working for a diverse company that proves daily just how much we value our staff. In addition to having the opportunity to be a part of the largest property tax firm of its kind in the country, Popp Hutcheson PLLC offers an almost endless list of employee perks that include an on-site gym, professional development, employee lunches, a stocked fridge in the break room and breakfast tacos every Friday! A generous compensation package also is part of the deal. Receive paid time off, including all major holidays, company-paid health, dental and vision insurance, and a 401K plan that the firm will match after one year. If you thrive in a fast-paced atmosphere and want a job where your work will be greatly appreciated by the clients you serve, apply for our Senior Legal Assistant position today!
Senior Legal Assistant Responsibilities
• Manage an active litigation docket of district court cases throughout Texas
• Assist the firm’s attorneys in daily litigation including scheduling mediations and settlement conferences
• Communicate with the firm’s clients to provide status updates on their properties and to obtain documentation needed for discovery
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery under the supervision of an attorney
• Communicate clearly and concisely with team members, clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel regarding a wide range of administrative and litigation matters
Senior Legal Assistant Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certification
• Minimum of five years experience as a legal assistant in a litigation practice
• Proficiency in Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently with excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and move easily from one task to another