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Legal · Dallas, TX
Legal Assistant jobs in Dallas, TX
Legal assistants keep law offices organized, handling scheduling, correspondence, client intake, billing entries, and document preparation so attorneys can focus on casework.
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$18–$35/hr
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$52k
Median, full-time
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Performs and coordinates a variety of complex administrative tasks to assist legal staff in drafting, processing, and preparing documents, correspondence, reports and applications, schedules and monitor assigned cases to…
$99k - $148k
to meet you. About You: You are an insurance legal professional with experience in insurance holding company... ...organizing and filing of contracts, legal documents, and correspondence. Assist with corporate governance…
trustees, shareholders, and noteholders , requiring exceptional legal judgment, strategic insight, and advocacy skills. The... ...litigation, arbitration, and regulatory enforcement proceedings Assist in matters before t…
$28 - $34 per hour
Job Title: Legal Assistant Location: Dallas, TX Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm Type of Employment: Contract-to-Hire Compensation: $28/hr - $34/hr Industry: Legal Services Benefits: Dental, Vision, and He…
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Overview: We are seeking an experienced Paralegal to support legal operations with a focus on construction law, contract management... ...dynamic and growing organization. Key Responsibilities: ● Assist attorneys with dr…
Familiarity with Relativity 9.0 or higher version 2+ years of legal support experience Passed an ALTA exam in Spanish Language... ...specifically tailored to the needs of our project. We seek attorneys to assist with doc…
Downs & Stanford has an immediate opening for a detail-oriented and organized Litigation Legal Assistant to join our legal team in our Dallas location. The ideal candidate will support our litigation attorneys by managin…
pleadings, briefs, discovery requests, and responses * Conduct legal and factual research involving environmental statutes and regulations... ...across litigation, regulatory, and transactional teams * Assist with client…
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What legal assistants earn in Dallas
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $18–$23 | $38k–$48k |
| Mid level | $22–$28 | $46k–$58k |
| Senior | $26–$35 | $55k–$72k |
National ranges — pay in Dallas typically tracks these.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Calendar and docket managementLegal document formattingClient intake and communicationTime entry and billing supportFile organization (paper and digital)Discretion and confidentialityMicrosoft Office and PDF toolsMultitasking across attorneys
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
How do you manage calendars and deadlines for multiple attorneys?
Describe your system for court dates, statutes of limitation, and reminders, plus how you confirm rather than assume. Precision is the whole job.
A client calls upset about their case and their attorney is in court. What do you do?
Show calm boundaries: listen, take detailed notes, avoid giving legal advice or case predictions, and commit to a specific callback you then make happen.
What experience do you have with legal documents and formatting?
Name the documents: engagement letters, pleadings shells, tables of authorities, proofs of service. Mention firm style rules and court formatting requirements.
How do you handle confidential or sensitive material day to day?
Give habits, not principles: locked screens, careful recipients on email, no case talk in shared spaces, and shredding protocols.
Tell me about supporting billing: time entry, prebills, or client invoicing.
Mention the billing software you used, attorneys' time you entered or chased, and accuracy checks before bills went out. Firms feel billing pain acutely.
Describe a time you caught an error before it went out the door.
A small, concrete story works: a wrong date, misspelled party name, or missing attachment. Show your proofreading routine, not luck.
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Resume tips that move the needle
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Name the practice areas and firm sizes you have supported, since a solo family-law office and Big Law demand different rhythms.
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List legal software you know: Clio, MyCase, ProLaw, iManage, or NetDocuments, plus e-filing portal experience.
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Show typing speed and document production skills, including advanced Word formatting like TOAs and styles.
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Quantify your support load, such as three attorneys with full calendar, intake, and billing responsibility.
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Mention a notary commission and any legal assistant or paralegal coursework; both add immediate value to small firms.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Receptionist / Office Assistant
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Legal Assistant
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Senior Legal Assistant
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Paralegal
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Office Administrator
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