Legal Assistant / Paralegal

Join Our Team at Lightfoot, Franklin & White – Legal Assistant

Location: Houston, TX (Onsite – 1885 St. James Place, Houston, TX 77056)

At Lightfoot, Franklin & White, we are growing our legal team in Houston to handle a wide variety of impactful cases. As a Legal Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting our litigation team, assisting attorneys and staff with all aspects of case management, discovery, filings, and trial preparation. This position is perfect for a highly organized, detail-oriented individual with a strong understanding of legal procedures and a passion for delivering excellent work in a collaborative environment.

Job Requirement: This position requires you to work onsite in the office daily at 1885 St. James Place, Houston, TX 77056. This is not a remote or hybrid position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Case Management: Assist attorneys in organizing and managing both electronic and physical case files, tracking deadlines, and ensuring timely filing of all necessary documents.
• Court Filings: Prepare, organize, and file legal documents in state and federal courts, as well as with administrative agencies. Monitor court calendars and ensure timely notifications of upcoming hearings and deadlines.
• Subpoena Management: Prepare and coordinate subpoenas for witnesses, records, and evidence. Track responses and manage subpoena deadlines.
• Discovery Support: Assist with the discovery process by preparing draft discovery requests, helping with document collection, and managing document production.
• Document Preparation: Draft, format, and organize documents for depositions, hearings, motions, and discovery. Ensure compliance with court rules and jurisdictional guidelines.
• Trial Support: Assist with trial preparation by maintaining trial notebooks, organizing exhibits, and coordinating logistics for trial attendance.
• Client Communication: Communicate with clients, witnesses, and third parties to gather information, schedule meetings, and provide updates on case progress.
• Expense Handling and Billing: Submit and maintain invoices for case-related expenses, and monitor billing hours.
• Legal Compliance and Confidentiality: Stay up to date on legal regulations affecting cases, while handling sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion.
• Administrative Duties: Assist with general administrative tasks as needed, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.

Job Requirement: This position requires working onsite daily at 1885 St. James Place, Houston, TX 77056. This is not a remote or hybrid position.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree, Associate's degree, or Certificate in legal studies, paralegal studies, or a related field.
• Experience: Several years of experience in litigation, with a solid understanding of the litigation process from case initiation to post-trial procedures. Experience in commercial or civil defense litigation is highly desired.
• Skills & Knowledge:
  • Understanding of litigation procedures and court rules for Texas state and federal courts.
  • Proficient in drafting and formatting a variety of legal documents, including motions, discovery requests, and trial materials.
  • Experience with document collection, review, and production.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including legal correspondence and client interaction.
  • Exceptional organizational skills to manage case files, calendars, deadlines, and ensure the accuracy of legal documents.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Adobe Pro, ITimekeep, e-discovery tools, and document management software such as IManage.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, adapting to new technologies and evolving legal processes.
  • Strong time management and problem-solving skills to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Why Lightfoot, Franklin & White? At Lightfoot, we are committed to fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive work environment. Join our team, where you’ll work on high-profile cases while being part of a firm that values your expertise. We offer a competitive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits:

• Group medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid membership at a health club
• Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Free parking
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• And many other benefits

Lightfoot, Franklin & White is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic.