What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at The Encompass Group?
Legal Assistant | Dallas, TX
Join a highly respected law firm in Dallas as a Legal Assistant supporting attorneys in complex litigation and business matters. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys managing multiple priorities, and has strong state and federal court filing experience.
What You'll Do
- Support attorneys in litigation, labor & employment, banking, corporate, and business matters
- Prepare, review, and file pleadings and legal documents in state and federal courts
- Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, court dates, and case files
- Coordinate document management and maintain organized case records
- Assist with billing and administrative support functions
- Communicate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and internal teams
- Prioritize multiple assignments while maintaining a high level of accuracy
Practice Areas
Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desired:
- Business Litigation
- Employment Litigation
- Trade Secret Litigation
- Banking Litigation & Foreclosures
- Oil & Gas Litigation
- Real Estate Litigation
- Securities Litigation & Arbitration
- Labor & Employment
- Banking
- Bankruptcy & Receiverships
- Corporate & Business
- Energy
- Securities & Finance
Qualifications
- 5 years of Legal Assistant experience
- Experience preparing and filing state and federal court filings
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, and Excel)
- Experience with NetDocuments (NetDocs)
- Experience with TABS billing software
- Strong document management and organizational skills
- Ability to support multiple attorneys and manage competing priorities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Receivership experience is a plus, but not required
Why Apply?
- Opportunity to work alongside accomplished attorneys on sophisticated matters
- Collaborative and professional law firm environment
- Immediate hiring need with strong growth potential
If you're an experienced Legal Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Dallas, we'd love to connect with you. Apply today or send a message to learn more.