Legal Assistant
Job Description
Legal Assistant
Our client is seeking a Legal Assistant to support its Trusts & Estates practice in Houston, TX. This role is ideal for a dependable, detail-oriented legal assistant with solid transactional experience. Candidates with backgrounds in trusts & estates, corporate, or banking are encouraged to apply. This is a direct hire in office opportunity.
Company Profile:
Legal Firm with multiple locations.
Legal Assistant Role:
Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys in the Trusts & Estates practice
Draft, revise, and proofread correspondence and legal documents
Prepare and organize estate planning documents and client files
Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate deadlines
Maintain accurate records and ensure proper filing (electronic and hard copy)
Communicate professionally with clients and internal teams
Assist with general transactional legal support as needed
Legal Assistant Background Profile:
Previous experience as a legal assistant (Trusts & Estates preferred, but not required)
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document management systems
Professional demeanor and strong follow-through
Benefits and Features:
401(k) with 5% company match
Paid parking or transit subsidy
3 weeks vacation plus10 holidays
Paid parental leave
100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision and HSA contributions
Life and accidental death & dismemberment coverage
Short-term and long-term disability fully covered
Identity protection and critical/accidental coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Concierge health advocate service
Our client is seeking a Legal Assistant to support its Trusts & Estates practice in Houston, TX. This role is ideal for a dependable, detail-oriented legal assistant with solid transactional experience. Candidates with backgrounds in trusts & estates, corporate, or banking are encouraged to apply. This is a direct hire in office opportunity.
Company Profile:
Legal Firm with multiple locations.
Legal Assistant Role:
Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys in the Trusts & Estates practice
Draft, revise, and proofread correspondence and legal documents
Prepare and organize estate planning documents and client files
Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate deadlines
Maintain accurate records and ensure proper filing (electronic and hard copy)
Communicate professionally with clients and internal teams
Assist with general transactional legal support as needed
Legal Assistant Background Profile:
Previous experience as a legal assistant (Trusts & Estates preferred, but not required)
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document management systems
Professional demeanor and strong follow-through
Benefits and Features:
401(k) with 5% company match
Paid parking or transit subsidy
3 weeks vacation plus10 holidays
Paid parental leave
100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision and HSA contributions
Life and accidental death & dismemberment coverage
Short-term and long-term disability fully covered
Identity protection and critical/accidental coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Concierge health advocate service
Job Requirements
Previous experience as a legal assistant (Trusts & Estates preferred, but not required)
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Additional Information
dfwHR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The client cannot sponsor any visas.
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