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Legal Assistant jobs in Houston, 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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Job ID#: 40193 Downtown is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Assistant to support attorneys in a fast-paced, collaborative law firm environment. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on organization, ant…
$65k - $80k
plaintiff personal injury law firm in Houston is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented, and career-minded Personal Injury Litigation Legal Assistant with 2–3+ years of Texas personal injury litigation experience to join i…
$65k - $90k
Job ID#: 40149 Job Title: Legal Assistant Position Summary: A fast-paced legal team is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Legal Assistant with a minimum of 2 years of experience to support case workflows from…
$75k - $90k
Position: Personal Injury Legal Assistant Location: Houston, TX Employment Type: Direct Hire Pay: $75000 -$90000 / Year DOE Schedule: Flexible, overtime required. Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental,…
Title: Lead eDiscovery Analyst KBR is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead eDiscovery Analyst to join its in-house Legal team. This role provides critical eDiscovery, digital forensics, and litigation support to…
Connect with NRG on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X. The Assistant position is primarily responsible for providing administrative... ...high amount of visibility and works cross-functionally across the legal departme…
Adams and Reese LLP is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Legal Secretary to work in our Houston office. The ideal candidate... ...in writing, obtaining and giving information as directed. Assists with trial pr…
As a vital member of our in-house Legal team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of legal matters. This... ...corporate law and litigation procedures. You will be responsible for assisting our…
$23 per hour
Experienced Document Review Attorney – Remote Great opportunity for licensed attorneys interested in getting started with document review. Please apply to get on our roster for future matters! Excellent work environment…
$90k
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…
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What legal assistants earn in Houston
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $18–$23 | $37k–$47k |
| Mid level | $22–$27 | $45k–$57k |
| Senior | $26–$34 | $54k–$71k |
Adjusted for the Houston market from national ranges.
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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
For legal assistants specifically — generic advice costs you here
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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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