Legal Administrative Assistant - Bankruptcy & Energy Litigation

Jones Walker LLP is seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant (LAA) to support attorneys in our Bankruptcy & Restructuring and Energy Litigation practices in the Houston office. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, embraces technology, and takes pride in providing exceptional support to attorneys and clients.

The successful candidate will possess strong litigation support experience, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while working collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, revise, format, and file legal documents in federal and state courts, including the Southern District of Texas.
• Perform electronic filings through ECF/PACER, bankruptcy court filing systems, and Texas eFile.
• Manage complex litigation and bankruptcy calendars, including deadlines, hearings, court appearances, and key case milestones.
• Coordinate and assist with pleadings, motions, discovery, and other case-related filings.
• Prepare and organize trial, hearing, mediation, and arbitration materials, including exhibits, binders, and logistics.
• Maintain and organize electronic and physical case files within document management systems.
• Assist attorneys with time entry, billing review, expense reports, and client-related administrative tasks.
• Coordinate meetings, travel, conference calls, and scheduling as needed.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and fellow LAAs to ensure timely, accurate completion of legal work.
• Proactively monitor deadlines and follow through on assignments with minimal supervision.

What We're Looking For

• A proactive professional who takes ownership of assignments and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to anticipate attorney needs and work independently.
• Excellent judgment, discretion, and professionalism.
• Confidence working directly with attorneys, clients, court personnel, and colleagues.
• A collaborative team player who contributes positively to a service-oriented culture.