Legal Secretary

Description

With over 240 attorneys and eight office locations in Louisiana and Texas, Kean Miller serves as legal counsel to the people and industries that drive the energy-belt economy. From our offices in The Woodlands, Houston, Lake Charles, Lafayette, downtown Baton Rouge, Bluebonnet-Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Shreveport, Fortune 500 companies, national businesses, and local companies rely on Kean Miller for efficient legal services and practical advice, always provided in a cost-efficient manner.

Kean Miller is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join our team in The Woodlands. This is a 100% in-office position.

The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of state and federal court rules and filing procedures; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; possess excellent organizational, time management, word processing, proofreading, and strong multi-tasking skills. 

Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Draft pleadings and correspondence
• E-File court filings 
• Redlining transaction documents
• Maintain and track schedules and calendars 
• Arrange meetings and conference calls 
• Open new matters 
• Run conflict checks
• Maintain an electronic and paper filing system
• Input time into billing software 
• Transcribe dictation

Requirements

• Excellent grammar and writing abilities 
• Familiar with federal and Texas filing procedures
• Experience with a document management system 
• Keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• High proficiency in MS Office Suite and document management system 
• Must be able to multi-task and successfully manage a variety of demands daily

What Kean Miller Offers

We offer a people-first culture, meaningful work, competitive salaries, and an extensive benefits package that includes health, life, disability, dental, vision coverage and 401(k).

How to Apply 

Please submit a resume to Renee.Carughi@keanmiller.com or apply through our Careers Page on our website.

All submissions are held in the strictest confidence.

Kean Miller is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all state, federal and local laws prohibiting discrimination based upon, race, color, national origin, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, or other status or activity protected by law.