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Legal Assistant
Job Location:
Job Location:
Houston, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
18 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
The Legal Assistant provides administrative and clerical support to the Legal Department and reports directly to the Legal Operations Lead. This position is intended for a current college student or recent graduate seeking foundational experience in the legal field. The role supports day-to-day legal operations through document preparation file management scheduling and general administrative assistance while operating in a confidential professional environment. Training will be provided.
What youll be Doing
- Provide general administrative and clerical support to attorneys and legal staff.
- Prepare format proofread and distribute legal documents and correspondence.
- Organize maintain and update physical and electronic case files and records.
- Assist with data entry filing and document management.
- Answer incoming phone calls manage emails and handle internal and external inquiries.
- Schedule appointments meetings and other legal-related activities.
- Coordinate mail distribution courier services and office supplies for Legal Department.
- Support preparation of reports memos and other confidential documents.
- Assist with Legal Dashboard updates invoice tracking and expense reporting as assigned.
- Perform additional administrative duties and special projects as needed.
What You Bring to the Table
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Associates degree current enrollment in a Bachelors degree program or recent graduation preferred with interest in legal studies business or a related field.
Knowledge:
- Basic understanding of administrative office practices and procedures.
- Familiarity with legal terminology court procedures or document management systems is preferred but not required.
- Willingness to learn legal department processes and workflows.
- Prior office clerical or administrative experience preferred but not required.
- Basic administrative or customer service experience is beneficial.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks prioritize responsibilities and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word Outlook and Excel.
- High attention to detail with strong proofreading skills.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also completing tasks independently.
- Professional demeanor with a positive service- oriented attitude.
Why Join Cotton
- Impactful Work: Make a difference by helping businesses prepare for and recover from disasters.
- Collaborative Culture: Work alongside passionate talented professionals in a fast-paced environment.
- Career Growth: Expand your skills and grow within a dynamic industry-leading company.
- Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Enjoy a strong benefits package including healthcare retirement plans and more.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
Cotton Holdings, Inc., is a leading infrastructure support services company for public and private entities throughout the United States and internationally.
