LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a respected Houston-based law firm to hire a Legal Secretary with litigation experience. This is a full-time, direct-hire opportunity supporting a high-performing legal team known for its professionalism, collaboration, and career development.

Job Overview

• Position: Legal Secretary – Litigation
• Location: Houston, TX 77056
• Work Arrangement: On-site
• Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
• Compensation: $65,000 – $75,000 annually
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM (flexible start as early as 7:30 AM)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys
• Manage ECF/e-filing in federal and state courts
• Draft legal correspondence and prepare reports
• Maintain attorney calendars and docket deadlines
• Submit billable time and assist with invoice preparation
• Communicate with clients, court personnel, and third parties
• Utilize electronic filing and document retrieval systems
• Support special projects and general administrative tasks

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred
• 3–5 years of litigation legal secretary experience
• Trial preparation experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel with pivot tables/formulas) and Adobe
• Experience with iManage and billing systems (Aderant, iTimeKeep, Elite)
• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to maintain confidentiality

Team & Culture

• Support a dynamic emergency response litigation team
• Collaborate with a partner group of 8 attorneys
• Culture emphasizes initiative, organization, and accountability
• Remote work available one day per week after 90 days (typically Tuesday–Thursday)

Growth & Benefits

• Career path opportunities, including transition to paralegal roles
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match
• Annual bonus potential based on individual performance
• Strong mentorship and support from a successful legal team

This position is offered through LHH Recruitment Solutions on behalf of our client. If you're a detail-oriented legal professional looking to grow your career in a supportive and fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply today.

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance