Legal Assistant Paralegal

FBFK is seeking a full-time, in-office Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our growing, collaborative litigation team in our Plano, Texas office. FBFK is a mid-sized, full-service law firm, with offices in Plano, Houston, and Austin, Texas, and Orange County, California. At FBFK, we strive to maintain a culture based on the FBFK Way, values, principles, and practices that guide how we relate to each other, our clients, and other attorneys. ***** We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented legal professional to join our growing litigation team. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and bring exceptional organizational and communication skills.  Essential Duties and **· Draft standard correspondence.  · Prepare "shell" pleadings, discovery requests/responses, and memoranda. · Regularly and accurately proofread all documents to ensure accuracy and completeness. · Calculate and calendar deadlines according to applicable rules. · Coordinate and calendar hearings, depositions, mediations, etc. · E-file documents in state and federal courts. · Organize and maintain case files in an orderly manner, following standard naming and profiling conventions. · Assist in document productions, including Bates labeling, redaction, and indexing. · Participate in the timely review and submission of prebills and client bills, including entering time. May perform additional duties as assigned Qualifications/Skills:· Minimum 7+ years recent litigation legal assistant/paralegal experience within a law firm preferred, with a minimum of 3+ years' experience in Texas state courts. · Thorough understanding of court rules, procedures, practices, and terminology. · Experience in filing documents in both state and federal courts. · Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including Word and Excel, and Adobe Pro. · Experience with document management and legal database software. · Willingness to learn other software programs. · Strong verbal and written communication skills, exceptional attention to detail, and excellent proofreading abilities. · Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and manage workload effectively. · Positive attitude, collaborative team player. · Notary certification is a plus. *· Competitive hourly **** $33.65 - $40.87 (annualized salary range of $70,000 - $85,000) depending on experience and qualifications.  · Non-exempt, full-time, in-office position  · A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement savings plan (401(k)), life insurance, disability coverage, and flexible spending accounts. · Unlimited PTO policy because we value balance and well-being. FBFK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Created: 2025-04-29