Unitedfirm

Unitedfirm

Criminal Defense Legal Assistant

Dallas, TX

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About the role

  • At The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC our expert legal team is a driving force behind our continued success.
  • The Criminal Defense Legal Assistant will report directly to the Department Supervisor.
  • You and your team will work in collaboration to ensure that criminal matters within' the department are moving along.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain communication with clients and provide case updates promptly
  • Manage attorney schedule efficiently (attorney-client meetings, court appearances, etc.)
  • Process criminal cases for trial preparation including legal documents, data entry, and correspondence.
  • Perform a variety of office-related activities to support Department functions including back-up of co-workers and front desk responsibilities that involve dealing directly with the public regarding criminal complaints. Process daily mail

Requirements

  • At least 2 years of Criminal Defense experience
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) with high proficiency required
  • Experience with Case Management Software
  • As the Criminal Defense Legal Assistant you will have a working knowledge of current legislative, and regulatory guidelines, and experience in Criminal Defense.

Nice to have

  • Paralegal certification is a plus

Compensation

  • We have a great compensation package including a 401(k) plan.

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