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LHH lists this Legal Secretary - Probate Litigation - HTX opportunity in houston, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Legal Secretary - Probate Litigation | Downtown Houston
A respected Texas law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to support its Probate Litigation team in Downtown Houston . This is a fully in-office opportunity supporting multiple attorneys in a fast-paced, collaborative environment .
The ideal candidate will have recent probate experience, strong knowledge of Texas probate filing procedures , exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines while providing excellent support to attorneys and clients.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary:
$53,000 - $65,000 DOE
100% employer-paid employee healthcare premiums
PPO medical plan
Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401(k) with 5% firm contribution
Paid parking
Four weeks PTO
Additional PTO week after five years of service
Up to $1,500 deductible reimbursement in qualifying hardship situations
Responsibilities
Draft, revise, proofread, and file legal documents
E-file documents in Texas state and federal courts
Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, and scheduling
Coordinate meetings, hearings, and client appointments
Open new matters and process conflict checks
Maintain electronic and physical case files
Enter attorney time and assist with billing support
Transcribe dictation
Communicate professionally with clients and court personnel
Support multiple attorneys in a deadline-driven environment
Qualifications
5+ years of legal secretary experience at a Texas law firm
Recent probate legal secretary experience required
Strong knowledge of Texas probate filing procedures
Experience supporting probate and estate planning practices
Knowledge of state and federal court filing rules
Experience with document management systems
Advanced Microsoft Office skills
Excellent proofreading, organization, and attention to detail
Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy
Experience with NetDocuments, Relativity, and iTimeKeep is a plus
If you're an experienced Probate Legal Secretary seeking a stable, long-term opportunity with exceptional benefits and a highly respected legal team, please apply or contact me at
Pay Details: $53,000.00 to $65,000.00 per year
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Worksite address
houston, TX, 77084, US
Who can apply
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