Job Description
Insight Global is working with an AM 100 law firm's Houston office on a Professional Assistant opportunity to support the attorneys in the Litigation Practice Group in delivering the highest level of service to internal and external clients alike. As a contributing team member, the Professional Assistant is proactive in balancing multiple work demands, taking personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of their work and maintaining client and firm confidentiality. The Professional Assistant maintains a professional demeanor and focus and seeks to maximize team contribution and minimize disruptions to the workday.
This role has a hybrid working arrangement. Potential candidates must live within commuting distance of our Houston office to be onsite 4 days per week. In this role, you will report to the Office Administrator.
Essential Functions:
Create, edit, format and proofread documents.
Prepare legal documents for e-Filing and filing via PACER.
Communicate to and on behalf of the attorneys using firm technology.
Prepare new client matter request packets and coordinate approval; coordinate conflict search processes; and prepare retainer letters.
Review proformas and edit bills according to client billing arrangement.
Enter, track, and coordinate new client/matter information.
Edit and coordinate client pitches with Marketing Department.
Maintain InterAction and/or Extranet data.
Maintain electronic and paper files in accordance with firm guidelines.
Maintain and monitor attorney calendars.
Coordinate and/or book travel arrangements.
Prepare, track, and maintain attorney expenses in Chrome River.
Organize and coordinate conference calls and client meetings.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned.
Work additional hours as needed to fulfill job requirements.
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.
Required Skills & Experience
-5+ years of legal secretarial or assistant experience.
-Associates degree preferred; Notary Public is a plus.
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
-maritime law experience highly preferred
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.