What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clerical Assistant (Part-Time) - Litigation Defense - Austin position at Naman Howell Smith & Lee PLLC?
The Austin office of Naman Howell has an immediate opening for a part-time Clerical Assistant to assist a well-established Texas law firm. A congenial environment and team atmosphere await the ideal candidate.
Duties, including but not limited to:
- Scanning and saving documents electronically
- Physical and digital filing
- Organizing and maintaining documents
- Opening new cases in the firm’s internal system
- Entering attorney’s time
- Assisting with monthly billing cycle
- Boxing and closing files upon completion
- Maintaining confidentiality for all cases
- Other duties and special projects as assigned
Position Requirements:
- Fast learner, especially with computer systems
- Highly organized self-starter
- Strong attention to detail and quality
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize work/projects
- Excels at taking and following directions
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Dependable with strong work ethic and professional demeanor
- Business casual attire required
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
Legal staff members are required to work in the office during standard business hours Monday through Friday. Working from home before or after business hours and/or on weekends may be required occasionally in order to successfully complete one’s work.
Staff members are exposed to typical office working conditions. Staff members should be able to stand, sit at an office space, speak and understand the English language, lift computer equipment, supplies and materials, and use office equipment and computers.
Who is Naman Howell?
Since 1917, our law firm has been providing individuals and businesses throughout Texas with the personal attentiveness and expertise they need on their legal matters when they need it most. We pride ourselves on our heritage, vision, and exceptional results.
We are honored to be recognized as a “Top Workplace” by U.S. News & World Report (2024), Austin American-Statesman (2024, 2025), San Antonio Express-News (2024, 2025), and USA TODAY (2025, 2026). Winners of these awards must meet a minimum employee headcount and are selected based on employee feedback.
Naman Howell employs 200 professionals, including 100 attorneys, in 5 offices across Texas with an average tenure of 10.5 years. Our team continues to grow by at least 10% each year, a trend that we expect to continue. To learn more about careers and current openings at Naman Howell, please visit NamanHowell.com/careers.
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of a NHSL employee. Other responsibilities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.