What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Gette Law PLLC?
Company Description Gette Law PLLC is a boutique litigation firm located in Allen, TX, focused on insurance coverage disputes and insurance subrogation. The environment values professionalism, reliability, and integrity, with opportunities to develop legal skills and grow within the firm.
Role Description The Legal Assistant is a full-time, on-site role based in Allen, TX. Applicants are expected to be in the office Monday - Friday. This role supports attorneys with preparing, organizing, and maintaining legal documents and case files. Daily tasks include drafting and formatting correspondence and pleadings, managing calendars and deadlines, scheduling meetings and court appearances, and handling phone calls and email communication with clients and external parties. The Legal Assistant will assist with filing and document management (both electronic and paper), data entry. The role involves working closely with attorneys and staff to ensure cases move forward efficiently and client needs are promptly addressed.
Qualifications
- Candidates should possess foundational knowledge of law and experience supporting attorneys or working in a legal setting.
- Candidates should possess skills in legal document preparation, including drafting, formatting, and reviewing legal forms, pleadings, and correspondence.
- Candidates should possess strong communication skills, including clear written and verbal communication with clients, attorneys, and external parties.
- Candidates should possess administrative assistance skills, such as calendar management, filing, data entry, and organization of case files.
- Candidates should possess practical experience as legal assistants or in a similar support role within a law firm or legal department.
- Attention to detail, ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines, and strong organizational skills.
- Proficiency with common office and legal software (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, case management or document management tools).
- High school diploma or equivalent required; additional legal education, certification, or paralegal coursework is beneficial.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and work professionally with clients and colleagues on-site.
Starting salary of $60,000 and increases commensurate with experience. The position is also bonus eligible depending on overall firm performance.
Salary : $60,000