CrawlJobs Logo
Robert Half Logo Robert Half · Legal

Legal Assistant

United States, Houston · Job Posted March 20, 2026
Apply Position
Job Link Share

Job Description

We are looking for a meticulous and proactive Legal Assistant to join our team in Houston, Texas. This is a long-term contract position, ideal for someone with strong organizational skills and a solid background in legal support. The role involves assisting attorneys with litigation processes, managing schedules, and ensuring the smooth filing of legal documents.

Job Responsibility

  • Prepare and file legal documents accurately using e-filing systems
  • Support attorneys in civil litigation matters by organizing case files and documentation
  • Maintain and update calendars to track court dates, deadlines, and meetings
  • Coordinate with courts and other parties to ensure timely submission of court filings
  • Assist in drafting correspondence and legal forms as needed
  • Conduct research to gather relevant case information and legal precedents
  • Ensure compliance with all legal procedures and protocols
  • Communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, and court personnel
  • Manage administrative tasks such as data entry and document organization
  • Monitor case progress and provide regular updates to attorneys

Requirements

  • Proficiency in e-filing systems and electronic court submissions
  • Strong knowledge of civil litigation procedures and legal terminology
  • Excellent calendar management skills, including scheduling and deadline tracking
  • Familiarity with court filing requirements and processes
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
  • Prior experience as a Legal Assistant or similar role is preferred

Nice to have

energy industry experience is a plus

What we offer

  • medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan
Robert Half - All Job Offers

Looking for more opportunities?

Search for other job offers that match your skills and interests.

Suggested Tags: Frontend Developer Secretary Talent Manager Salesforce Administrator Data Analyst
Similar Jobs for

Legal Assistant

8 matching positions

New

Legal Assistant

We are looking for a Legal Assistant to support our law firm client on a Contrac...
Location
Location
United States , Salt Lake City
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
https://www.roberthalf.com Logo
Robert Half
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Prior experience in an administrative support role, preferably within a corporate legal or services environment
  • Demonstrated ability to support several team members simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail
  • Advanced word processing and typing skills, with the ability to produce high-quality documents efficiently
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills and a proactive approach to sharing updates or raising issues
  • Proven ability to balance shifting priorities and manage a high volume of tasks in a fast-paced setting
  • Experience handling inbound phone calls, data entry, and general office administrative responsibilities
  • Strong workplace demeanor, sound judgment, and a dependable approach to team-based support
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Provide day-to-day administrative assistance to a corporate legal team, ensuring attorneys and business staff receive timely and accurate support
  • Manage calendars, coordinate meetings, and help maintain smooth scheduling across a group of nine attorneys and one business team member
  • Prepare, edit, format, and finalize legal and business documents with a high degree of accuracy and strong word processing ability
  • Handle inbound calls, route messages appropriately, and serve as a reliable point of contact for internal and external stakeholders
  • Enter, update, and maintain records, correspondence, and other administrative documentation in an organized manner
  • Offer shared team support during periods of increased workload, including coverage for seasonal staffing needs
  • Monitor multiple requests at once, prioritize assignments effectively, and follow through on deadlines with minimal supervision
What we offer
What we offer
  • medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
Read More
Arrow Right
New

Legal Assistant

We are looking for a Legal Assistant to provide dependable operational and admin...
Location
Location
United States , Montgomery
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
https://www.roberthalf.com Logo
Robert Half
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Experience supporting legal teams in an administrative or legal assistant capacity
  • Working knowledge of court filing procedures, including electronic filing
  • Familiarity with civil litigation processes and legal document handling
  • Strong calendar management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
  • Proficiency with document organization tools such as SharePoint or similar systems
  • Ability to communicate clearly and handle intake-related interactions professionally
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Prepare, format, and submit court-related documents with a high level of accuracy and attention to deadlines
  • Maintain organized electronic case records in SharePoint and ensure legal files are easy to access and up to date
  • Coordinate calendars for the legal team, including hearings, meetings, and other time-sensitive commitments
  • Assist with drafting, editing, and finalizing legal correspondence, forms, and other case documents
  • Support client intake by helping gather preliminary information and identifying matters appropriate for legal review
  • Develop office procedures, reference materials, and internal memos to improve consistency across the department
  • Help keep daily legal operations on track by monitoring tasks, following up on priorities, and supporting overall office organization
  • Provide light logistical support for meetings or departmental events as needed
What we offer
What we offer
  • medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
Read More
Arrow Right
New

Legal Assistant

Robert Half is partnering with local law firm in Olympia, WA that is looking for...
Location
Location
United States , Olympia
Salary
Salary:
27.00 - 32.00 USD / Hour
https://www.roberthalf.com Logo
Robert Half
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • 1+ YOE in a Legal Assistant role with exposure to litigation matters.
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Support two attorneys by organizing daily legal workflows, tracking priorities, and helping keep active matters moving forward
  • Prepare and submit court filings, including electronic filings, while monitoring deadlines and confirming filing accuracy
  • Draft routine legal correspondence, basic memoranda, and other supporting documents for attorney review
  • Proofread and revise legal materials and invoices to improve clarity, consistency, formatting, and overall quality before submission
  • Maintain calendars for case deadlines, court dates, and other time-sensitive litigation activities.
What we offer
What we offer
  • Medical
  • vision
  • dental
  • life and disability insurance
  • eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right
New

Legal Assistant

A boutique San Francisco–based defense-side law firm is seeking a highly organiz...
Location
Location
United States , San Francisco
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
https://www.roberthalf.com Logo
Robert Half
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • 2+ years of experience as a legal assistant or litigation support professional
  • Experience in civil litigation
  • Defense-side experience is a plus
  • Strong knowledge of court rules, filing procedures, and legal terminology
  • Excellent organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail
  • Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal software (e.g., iManage, Relativity, or similar)
  • Professional communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
  • Ability to work onsite in San Francisco (hybrid may be considered after training)
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Provide day-to-day administrative and litigation support to attorneys
  • Draft, revise, and finalize legal documents, including pleadings, correspondence, and filings
  • Manage case calendars, track critical deadlines, and coordinate court appearances
  • Maintain and organize case files, exhibits, and document productions
  • Assist with e-filing in state and federal courts
  • Coordinate meetings, depositions, and client communications
  • Support discovery processes, including document review and organization
  • Prepare materials for hearings, mediations, and trial
What we offer
What we offer
  • Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right
New

Legal Assistant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a litigation tea...
Location
Location
United States , Philadelphia
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
https://www.roberthalf.com Logo
Robert Half
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • At least 2 years of experience in a Legal Assistant role supporting civil litigation or personal injury matters
  • Hands-on experience with court filings and electronic filing procedures
  • Strong calendar management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple schedules and deadlines
  • Familiarity with client communication, record collection, and deposition scheduling in a legal environment
  • Working knowledge of case management software such as NEOS and proficiency with Microsoft Office
  • Ability to manage detailed case support work for complex matters rather than high-volume administrative processing
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow through on time-sensitive tasks
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Organize attorney calendars and arrange meetings, depositions, and other case-related appointments to keep deadlines and schedules on track
  • Prepare, submit, and track court filings, including electronic filings, while ensuring documents meet procedural and formatting requirements
  • Request, obtain, and manage medical, legal, and other case records needed to support active matters
  • Communicate with clients to provide updates, gather information, and ensure timely follow-up on outstanding items
  • Coordinate with expert witnesses and outside parties to support scheduling, documentation, and case preparation needs
  • Maintain accurate case information and supporting documentation within case management systems, including NEOS
  • Partner with attorneys and the litigation paralegal on shared tasks that support case progression before and during litigation
  • Create, revise, and format correspondence, legal documents, and internal materials using Microsoft Office applications
What we offer
What we offer
  • medical
  • vision
  • dental
  • life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
Read More
Arrow Right

Legal Assistant

We are seeking a detail-oriented and compassionate Legal Assistant to join a bus...
Location
Location
United States , Dallas
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
https://www.roberthalf.com Logo
Robert Half
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • associate degree or paralegal certificate preferred
  • 2+ recent years of legal assistant, administrative, or law firm experience preferred
  • Personal injury law experience strongly preferred
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management software
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Professional demeanor and strong client service skills
  • Experience working with personal injury case files from intake through settlement or trial
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Provide administrative support to attorneys and legal staff in personal injury matters
  • Open, organize, and maintain physical and electronic case files
  • Communicate with clients, medical providers, insurance adjusters, and outside parties
  • Schedule appointments, depositions, meetings, and court-related deadlines
  • Draft, revise, proofread, and format correspondence and legal documents
  • Assist with client intake, gathering case information, and obtaining records
  • Request, track, and organize medical records, bills, and other case documentation
  • Prepare demand packages and other supporting materials as directed
  • Manage calendars, deadlines, and follow-up tasks to ensure timely case progression
  • File, scan, copy, and upload documents into the case management system
What we offer
What we offer
  • Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • Enrollment in company 401(k) plan for contract/temporary professionals
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Legal Assistant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a busy family la...
Location
Location
United States , Nashua
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
https://www.roberthalf.com Logo
Robert Half
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Experience working as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal in a law firm or legal department
  • Background supporting family law matters and handling related legal documentation
  • Proficiency with electronic filing processes and court submission procedures
  • Strong calendar management skills with the ability to track multiple deadlines accurately
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for client and court interaction
  • High level of organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage confidential information
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Welcome new clients, gather intake information, and help ensure case files are organized from the start of each matter
  • Prepare, format, and revise family law documents, correspondence, and supporting materials for attorney review
  • Coordinate court-related submissions by handling electronic filing tasks accurately and within required deadlines
  • Maintain calendars for hearings, meetings, and case milestones to help keep legal matters on track
  • Communicate with clients, court personnel, and internal team members regarding scheduling, documentation, and case status updates
  • Organize and maintain legal records, pleadings, and supporting documents in a clear and accessible manner
  • Assist with administrative and procedural tasks that support the daily operations of a family law office
What we offer
What we offer
  • medical
  • vision
  • dental
  • life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Legal Assistant

Our client, a nationally recognized plaintiff-side litigation firm, is seeking a...
Location
Location
United States , Seattle
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
https://www.roberthalf.com Logo
Robert Half
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys on active cases
  • Draft, revise, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and correspondence
  • Assist with filing in state and federal courts (including e-filing systems)
  • Maintain and organize case files, discovery materials, and exhibits
  • Manage attorney calendars, including tracking deadlines, hearings, and depositions
  • Coordinate scheduling for depositions, mediations, and client meetings
  • Assist with client communication and intake processes
  • Support discovery efforts, including document collection and organization
  • Assist with trial preparation, including assembling exhibits and trial binders
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys on active cases
  • Draft, revise, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and correspondence
  • Assist with filing in state and federal courts (including e-filing systems)
  • Maintain and organize case files, discovery materials, and exhibits
  • Manage attorney calendars, including tracking deadlines, hearings, and depositions
  • Coordinate scheduling for depositions, mediations, and client meetings
  • Assist with client communication and intake processes
  • Support discovery efforts, including document collection and organization
  • Assist with trial preparation, including assembling exhibits and trial binders
What we offer
What we offer
  • Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Free online training
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right