Legal Assistant

ZO LEGAL GROUP, PLLC

Business Development Coordinator

Part-Time · Commission-Based · Houston, TX (Hybrid)

Job Type

Part-Time / Independent Contractor (1099)

Location

Houston, TX — Hybrid (remote outreach occasional in-person)

Compensation

$200 per closed EP client $25 per referral partner meeting

Hours

Flexible — results-driven, not hours-driven

Start Date

Immediate

Language

Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred

About ZO Legal Group

ZO Legal Group, PLLC — The Peace of Mind Law Firm — is a Houston-based women-owned law firm founded by attorney Zo Onyeise. We specialize in Estate Planning, Personal Injury, and Business Contract Law, serving clients across all of Texas. Our estate planning practice helps everyday Texas families protect what they've built — wills, living trusts, powers of attorney, and more.

We are a growing firm with a warm, relationship-first culture. We believe every Texan deserves a plan, and we make the process personal and accessible — no stuffy legal jargon, just real protection for real families.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a driven, personable Business Development Coordinator to help us grow our referral network and expand our presence in the Houston community. This is not a receptionist role or a paralegal role — this is a relationship-building, outreach-focused position for someone who is energized by making connections, picking up the phone, and opening doors.

You will be the bridge between ZO Legal Group and the CPAs, financial advisors, Realtors, insurance agents, and community organizations that serve the same families we do. Your job is simple: get us in front of the right people and let us do the rest.

What You'll Do

Referral Partner Outreach

• Research and build targeted lists of CPAs, financial advisors, Realtors, insurance agents, and community leaders in the Greater Houston area
• Conduct outreach via phone, email, and LinkedIn to introduce ZO Legal Group and request meetings
• Schedule and confirm referral partner meetings for Attorney Onyeise
• Follow up consistently with warm contacts to nurture relationships
• Attend 1–2 networking events per month on behalf of or alongside the firm

Tracking & Reporting

• Maintain a simple outreach log tracking contacts made, meetings scheduled, and referrals received
• Provide a brief weekly update to Attorney Onyeise on pipeline activity
• Track which referral partners are actively sending clients

What We're Looking For

Required

• Confident, professional communicator — you are comfortable cold-calling and following up without being pushy
• Organized and self-directed — you can manage your own time and hit goals without being micromanaged
• Genuine people person — you build rapport quickly and people enjoy talking to you
• Reliable internet access and a phone for outreach work
• Houston-area based

Strongly Preferred

• Bilingual — English and Spanish fluency (written and spoken)
• Background in real estate sales, insurance sales, financial services, or legal marketing
• Existing relationships with Houston-area CPAs, Realtors, or financial advisors
• Familiarity with social media management (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
• Experience using a CRM or simple contact tracking system

Not Required

• Legal experience or paralegal certification — this is a business development role, not a legal role
• A car — most outreach can be done remotely by phone and email

Compensation Structure

This is a commission-based independent contractor role. You are paid for results, not hours. There is no cap on your earnings.

Top performers who build a strong referral network can realistically earn $1,000–$2,000 /month working part-time hours.

What Success Looks Like

We'll evaluate performance at 30, 60, and 90 days. Here's what we're looking for:

30-Day Target

50 outreach contacts made, 3–5 referral partner meetings scheduled

60-Day Target

3–5 active referral partners, first client referrals coming in

90-Day Target

8–12 active referral partners, 3–5 new clients/month from referrals

Long-Term

15 active referral partners generating a steady stream of EP clients

How to Apply

Send the following to: intake@zolegalgroup.com with subject line: BD Coordinator Application

1. Your resume or a brief description of your sales/outreach background

2. A short paragraph (3–5 sentences) explaining why this role interests you and what makes you good at building relationships

3. If bilingual: note your Spanish proficiency level (conversational, fluent, native)

4. Optional but impressive: a list of 3–5 professional communities, events, or networks you are already plugged into in Houston

No cover letter required. We care about your people skills and your hustle, not your formatting. We will respond to all applicants within 5 business days.

ZO Legal Group, PLLC — The Peace of Mind Law Firm

1923 Washington Ave., Suite 2299, Houston, TX 77007 | (832) 934-4716 | www.zolegalgroup.com

Pay: $10.00 - $15.00 per hour

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Houston, TX 77007

Salary : $10 - $15