Junior Bilingual Litigation Legal Assistant

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**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is hiring a Junior Bilingual Litigation Legal Assistant to join our Houston Heights office. This is a hands-on position for someone with a basic understanding of Texas civil litigation who is eager to learn, take initiative, and grow within a busy law firm.

You’ll work directly with attorneys and receive training and guidance from our Senior Litigation Paralegal. This position is a strong fit for someone who enjoys staying organized, managing deadlines, communicating with clients, and supporting a litigation team in a fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Do

• Calendar and track litigation deadlines, hearings, depositions, mediations, and appointments


• Assist with preparing, formatting, filing, and e-filing documents in Texas courts


• Organize discovery materials, case documents, and document productions


• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, courts, experts, and vendors


• Assist attorneys and paralegals with preparing for hearings, depositions, mediations, and settlements


• Draft routine correspondence, notices, and other legal documents for attorney review


• Maintain organized electronic case files, case notes, and task lists


• Track assignments, follow up on outstanding items, and ensure deadlines are met


• Assist with client intake, scheduling, and requesting necessary case information


• Record and maintain accurate time entries and matter updates


• Conduct basic factual and legal research as assigned


• Use technology and AI tools to improve efficiency while protecting client confidentiality

What We Need

• At least one year of experience in a Texas law firm, preferably in civil litigation


• Fluent spoken and written Spanish and English


• Basic familiarity with Texas court procedures, legal documents, and e-filing


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and general office technology


• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines


• Willingness to learn new software, procedures, and litigation workflows


• Familiarity with ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Ollama, or similar AI/LLM tools, or a willingness to learn


• Dependability, professionalism, good judgment, and strong follow-through

Preferred but Not Required:

• Experience with Texas e-filing systems and electronic case management


• Experience with Clio or similar legal practice management software


• Prior experience assisting with discovery or litigation preparation


• Paralegal certificate or legal studies coursework

Job Details

• Full-time, permanent position


• In-office Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.


• Location: Houston Heights


• Paid holidays


• Paid vacation after tenure


• Retirement plan subject to eligibility


• Performance-based raises


• Training and opportunities for professional growth


• Immediate opening

How to Apply

Please email your resume and expected hourly rate to ****.

In your email, briefly describe:

• Your experience working in a law firm or supporting litigation matters


• How you stay organized, manage assignments, and track deadlines


• One example of how you have used AI or technology to improve your work, or how you would like to use these tools in a legal office

*Please do not include confidential client information in your application.

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