Legal Assistant (Bilingual)

Roth Staffing Companies - Houston, TX

Full-time

Houston, TX

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

Ultimate Staffing is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant who is bilingual in Spanish. The primary purpose of this position is to conduct thorough research and respond to various inquiries, while also identifying and researching legal issues that may arise. The Legal Assistant will be responsible for drafting essential legal documents, ensuring that all materials are accurate and comply with legal standards. This role requires a proactive approach to managing a high volume of document production in a fast-paced environment, making organizational skills and attention to detail paramount. The ideal candidate will possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, enabling them to effectively interact with clients and colleagues alike. Additionally, proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential, with a typing speed of at least 50 words per minute being a minimum requirement. The Legal Assistant will be expected to maintain a professional demeanor at all times, reflecting the standards of the legal profession. Strong research skills are also a critical component of this role, as the assistant will need to gather and analyze information to support legal processes and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough research to respond to inquiries.
• Identify and research legal issues as they arise.
• Draft legal documents accurately and efficiently.
• Manage high volume document production in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain excellent organizational skills to track multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues in both English and Spanish.

Requirements

• Bilingual in English and Spanish is required.
• Legal office experience is required, with post-judgment experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume document production environment.
• Extremely detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Executive level computer skills in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to type a minimum of 50 words per minute.
• Professional demeanor is essential.
• Very strong research skills are required.