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Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Wellness resources
About the Firm:
Stagg and Associates is a Houston-based law firm dedicated to providing personalized legal representation focusing on estate planning, and family law. We pride ourselves on a client-first approach and a collaborative, professional work environment.
Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and organized Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team. This position will support multiple attorneys across various practice areas. The ideal candidate is a strong multitasker with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced legal setting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft legal documents such as wills, trusts, divorce petitions, motions, discovery requests, and pleadings
- Assist in preparing criminal defense documentation and client case summaries
- Conduct legal research and summarize statutes, case law, and court procedures
- Maintain organized case files and track deadlines using Legal Practice Management Software (LPMS)
- File documents with local and state courts, both electronically and in person as needed
- Communicate with clients, court staff, and opposing counsel professionally and promptly
- Manage case calendars and assist attorneys in preparation for hearings, trials, and client meetings
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all ethical guidelines and firm policies
Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree or Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program (required)
- Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
- At least 3 years of experience as a paralegal, preferably in family law, estate planning, or criminal law
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Legal Practice Management Software (LPMS required)Â
- Familiarity with Texas court procedures and e-filing systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently under deadlines
- Bilingual in(Spanish) is a plusÂ
Compensation: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
About Us
At Stagg and Associates, PLLC in Houston, our firm advises clients throughout Southeast Texas, including Harris, Brazoria and Fort Bend, Montgomery counties, on a range of legal issues, including family law, criminal defense and estate planning. Our firm’s attorney works to relieve the overwhelming stress those facing criminal charges or family issues frequently experience. With 21 years of legal practice experience, our attorney can anticipate the other side’s arguments and has proven methods to combat them.Â
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