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Legal Secretary – Civil Defense Litigation
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Job Description
Legal Assistant | Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A.
The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB), located in Dallas, TX. QPWB is a multi-office national law firm and the largest minority and woman-owned law firm in the U.S. This role is crucial for supporting attorneys in a civil defense litigation practice, ensuring efficient document preparation, court filings, and case management. The ideal candidate will contribute to a collaborative culture and help maintain the firm’s commitment to excellence.
The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Dallas, TX
• Team: Supporting attorneys
• Mission: This person supports attorneys in a civil defense litigation practice through document preparation, court filings, scheduling, and case file management.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), PACER
What You’ll Actually Do
• Document Preparation: Draft and prepare legal documents and correspondence, including pleadings, motions, discovery, subpoenas, and contracts, under attorney direction.
• Case File Management: Maintain and organize both electronic and physical case files for attorneys.
• Calendar & Deadlines: Monitor deadlines and manage attorney calendars for trial, discovery, and other key events.
• Court Procedures: Perform e-filing in Texas state and federal courts, including using PACER.
• Litigation Support: Coordinate hearings, depositions, and trial settings, and manage subpoena responses and discovery requests.
The Must-Haves
• Background: High School Diploma or equivalent required, with strong knowledge of civil litigation processes and terminology.
• Experience: Minimum 3+ years of experience as a Legal Secretary in civil litigation defense, with proficiency in Texas state and federal court filing procedures, including e-filing.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), ability to transcribe legal dictation and accurately proofread documents, and strong organizational, communication, and critical thinking skills.
