The HT Group is partnering with a well-established law firm to find a Legal Services Associate! This person will provide top notch support to assigned Attorneys and clients, playing an integral role in the implementation of policies, processes, actions, filings, and other business initiatives for various government entities that support new development throughout Texas.
This is not a traditional back-office administrative role; it requires strong client-facing skills and the ability to engage directly with clients & stakeholders. Our client is open to a variety of backgrounds – no prior law firm experience required. This is an awesome opportunity for someone looking to transition into the legal field and stay with an organization that promotes a positive work culture and long-term stability. The ideal candidate is extremely organized, well-versed in meeting strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment, and has strong communication skills.
Direct Hire | Houston TX 77027 On-site | $75-80k base
Responsibilities:
• Handle daily client-facing interactions with experts in the fields of engineering, land development, operations of water, finance, etc.
• Respond to inquiries from Directors, government agencies, consultants, etc
• Attend in office and out of office Board of Directors meetings; draft agendas and meeting minutes
• Organize and e-file documents following Board meetings
• Handle document drafting and processing including orders, resolutions, and other documents
• Work with Directors and other parties to obtain execution of documents
• Prepare and maintain annual calendars of events, deadlines, and regulatory filings
• Monitor compliance with contract terms
• Assist with elections held by clients
Qualifications:
• Bachelors degree required
• 3+ years of professional work experience; client facing experience required
• Must have very strong word processing skills – grammar, spelling, writing, proofreading, editing, etc.
• Preferred background in Project Management, Business Operations Management, Higher Education, or Public Administration
• Experience meeting strict deadlines
• Extremely organized and detail oriented
• Ability to work independently on multiple projects
• Experience with document editing/review
• Must be willing to attend in-office or out of office morning, afternoon, or evening meetings
• No prior legal experience required
Additional Perks:
• Strong health benefits, 401k matching, 15 days PTO
• Bonus potential
• Company paid parking