Legal Secretary

Litchfield Cavo LLP is a premier insurance coverage and litigation defense law firm founded in 1998 on one principle—client service comes first. Our attorneys operate out of 25 offices, serving clients in more than 36 states nationwide. Collectively, we are a resource of experienced trial attorneys providing creative and responsive service.

Our Houston, TX office is growing and actively seeking a Legal Secretary with insurance defense support experience interested in growing their career among our team of staff and attorneys, who value and foster open and honest communication, and act with integrity and professionalism. Litchfield Cavo offers a competitive compensation plan and an excellent benefits package in a dynamic work environment that provides substantial opportunities for professional development.

SKILLS and ABILITIES The following are representative of the knowledge, skill or ability the candidate must possess or demonstrate to succeed under the direction of the partner(s):

• experienced in the area of general liability defense work
• demonstrated knowledge of electronic filing requirements of state and federal courts in Texas ;
• experience supporting attorneys who produce a large volume of work;
• ability to consistently produce and deliver quality work products;
• demonstrate ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines in a very busy legal environment;
• organize, prioritize and implement tasks with strong attention to detail;
• work proactively, independently and as part of a team;
• provide clear written and verbal communications;
• maintain professional demeanor and a positive attitude with attorneys, colleagues and vendors as needed;
• demonstrate proficiency with MS Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PDF maker (Nuance or Adobe Pro); demonstrated efficiency navigating the internet;
• i. Manage document management experience a plus;
• normal admin duties such as opening files, keeping files in order, drafting documents, expense reports, etc.
• familiar with keeping attorney’s calendar, docketing court dates, etc. Our Firm provides current technology, ongoing training, experienced support staff and full-time IT and marketing departments. Litchfield Cavo LLP is an equal opportunity employer .