Legal Assistant

Cozen O'Connor

. Prepare, revise, format, proofread, and transcribe legal correspondence, pleadings, memoranda, reports, forms, and other documents via the BigHand workflow tool or other source material .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeDallas • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 - $80,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook, with strong skills in legal document preparation, proofreading, and formatting. Capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while ensuring compliance with court rules and maintaining exceptional attention to detail.

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Legal Document PreparationMicrosoft Word ProficiencyElectronic Document Management SystemsTexas Court Rules KnowledgeLitigation Support Experience

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Hard Skills

Legal Correspondence PreparationDocument FormattingData EntryProofreadingDocument ProductionElectronic FilingEngagement Letter PreparationInvoice ManagementDeadline ManagementTechnical Legal Writing

Soft Skills

Outstanding Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsResourcefulnessAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

BigHand Workflow ToolIManageElectronic Docketing SystemDocument Management System

Industry Keywords

Litigation SupportFederal Court RulesTexas JurisdictionsLegal AdministrationClient Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare, revise, format, proofread, and transcribe legal correspondence, pleadings, memoranda, reports, forms, and other documents via the BigHand workflow tool or other source material
Prepare and manage documents for electronic filing, confirm applicable court requirements, and support retrieval and filing of accepted or file-stamped copies
Enter critical dates and deadlines accurately into the Firm’s electronic docketing system
Prepare new client and new matter documentation, engagement letters, invoices, check requests, expense reports, and other matter-administration materials
Schedule and coordinate depositions, mediations, meetings, conferences, and related logistics
Coordinate travel arrangements, including transportation, automobile rentals, and hotel reservations
Maintain electronic and paper client and office files and organize emails and documents in the Firm’s document management system
Communicate professionally with attorneys, clients, colleagues, courts, and third-party vendors by telephone and email
Perform accurate data entry in Firm systems
Provide document production and administrative support, including copying, printing, scanning, mailing, assembling, and merging documents
Review work for completeness, accuracy, formatting, context, and compliance with instructions
Manage multiple assignments and competing deadlines, communicate status and capacity, and escalate questions or risks
Support colleagues and contribute to balanced workflow and consistent service across the centralized team
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook
Strong general computer and document-processing skills
Ability to prepare, edit, format, and proofread legal documents with exceptional attention to detail
Experience with electronic document management systems; iManage experience is preferred
Technical legal writing and professional memorandum and letter preparation skills
Knowledge of Texas, surrounding jurisdictions, and Federal Court Rules and electronic filing requirements
Strong organizational, prioritization, resourcefulness, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy
Ability to work independently, use sound judgment, and seek clarification or assistance when needed
Ability to work overtime as business needs require
Five to ten years of legal or related experience is preferred, including litigation support experience
High school diploma or equivalent experience is required; a college degree is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Overtime as business needs require
Salary range of $70,000–$80,000