Spencer Trial Attorneys, P.C. is seeking a Legal Assistant to join our growing team in El Paso, Texas. This is a full-time, on-site position.
We are a family-owned and operated law firm committed to providing compassionate, high-quality legal representation to individuals and families throughout El Paso, West Texas, and surrounding communities. Our clients often come to us during stressful, emotional, and uncertain times, and we take pride in helping them move forward with clarity, preparation, and confidence.
The Legal Assistant will work closely with our attorneys, case managers, and legal team to provide administrative and legal support across the Firm’s practice areas. This position plays an important role in keeping matters organized, supporting case progression, maintaining accurate files and deadlines, communicating with clients, and helping ensure attorneys and case managers have the information and documents they need.
This position requires strong organization, communication, follow-through, attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities at the same time.
Prior law firm or legal experience is preferred, but we are also open to strong candidates who demonstrate excellent communication, organization, judgment, professionalism, computer skills, and a willingness to learn.
Compensation
- $35,000 – $40,000 annually, depending on experience
Responsibilities
The Legal Assistant will:
- Provide day-to-day administrative and legal support to attorneys, case managers, and other members of the legal team
- Assist with preparing, formatting, proofreading, organizing, and processing correspondence, pleadings, notices, forms, and other legal documents under attorney supervision
- Maintain accurate and organized electronic case files and ensure documents are properly saved, named, and filed
- Assist with electronic filing of documents with courts and other agencies as directed
- Maintain and update case information, notes, tasks, deadlines, appointments, hearings, and other important dates in the Firm’s case management system
- Communicate professionally with clients regarding scheduling, document requests, case updates, and administrative matters
- Gather, organize, and follow up on documents and information needed from clients, courts, opposing parties, providers, and other third parties
- Prepare files, exhibits, correspondence, and supporting materials for attorney review, hearings, meetings, depositions, and other case-related activities
- Assist attorneys and case managers with tracking outstanding documents, signatures, filings, service, and follow-up items
- Monitor assigned tasks and promptly communicate approaching deadlines, missing information, or issues requiring additional attention
- Schedule client meetings, hearings, appointments, conferences, and other case-related events as directed
- Assist with incoming and outgoing correspondence, mail, scanning, copying, document preparation, and other administrative needs
- Support case managers and attorneys with client intake, file setup, document collection, and case closing activities as needed
- Communicate and coordinate with courts, clients, opposing counsel, vendors, and other parties in a professional manner as directed
- Escalate legal questions, unusual circumstances, and matters requiring legal judgment to the supervising attorney or case manager
- Maintain complete and accurate notes and documentation regarding assigned work and client communications
- Provide coverage and support across practice areas as needed based on Firm priorities and workload
- Work collaboratively with attorneys, case managers, legal assistants, and other team members to provide excellent client service
- Manage assigned workload and meet Firm performance, quality, and client-service expectations
- Contribute to a team culture built on accountability, consistency, professionalism, continuous improvement, and excellent client service
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have:
- 1+ year of law firm, legal support, administrative, or comparable professional experience preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organization and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities
- Ability to follow instructions, take meaningful notes, retain training, and apply feedback
- Strong judgment and willingness to ask questions when clarification is needed
- Professional and compassionate client communication skills
- Ability to work independently while functioning effectively within a team environment
- Strong computer skills and comfort using Microsoft Office and legal case management technology
- Experience with Clio or similar case management software is a plus
- Experience with Texas e-filing systems is a plus
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Candidates without prior law firm experience may also be considered based on their communication skills, organizational strengths, professionalism, computer proficiency, attention to detail, and demonstrated ability to learn.
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who is dependable, organized, client-focused, and aligned with our Firm’s commitment to professionalism, preparation, consistency, and responsibility.
The right person should take ownership of assigned work, communicate when assistance or clarification is needed, follow through on responsibilities, and be comfortable working with clients who may be navigating difficult or emotional circumstances.
This position is well suited for someone who wants to build meaningful experience in the legal field while working closely with attorneys, case managers, and an established legal team.
The Legal Assistant will receive training, guidance, and support from attorneys, experienced staff, and Firm leadership and should be comfortable working in a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and excellent client service.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary of $35,000 – $40,000 annually, depending on experience
- 401(k) Program
- Bonus opportunity
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and personal time
- Paid El Paso County courthouse holidays
- Collaborative, team-based work environment
- Hands-on training and support from attorneys, case managers, and Firm leadership
- Ongoing coaching and professional development opportunities
- Opportunity to build practical experience and take on greater responsibility as the Firm continues to grow
Our Values
At Spencer Trial Attorneys, our work is guided by our S.P.E.N.C.E.R. values:
- Strength in T.E.A.M. — Together Everyone Achieves More.
- Purpose — We are driven by why we do the work.
- Excellence as the Standard — Excellence is not a goal; it is the baseline.
- Never Settle for Yesterday — We believe in continued growth and improvement.
- Consistency — Excellence is built through disciplined daily effort.
- Earned Results — Results are earned through preparation, precision, and persistence.
- Responsibility — We hold ourselves accountable to our clients, our community, and one another.
We are looking for someone who not only has the ability to perform the role, but who also aligns with these values and wants to contribute to a team culture built on purpose, preparation, accountability, and excellent client service.
Job Type
Full-time
Work Location
On-site in El Paso, Texas
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume.
A brief cover letter describing any relevant legal, administrative, client-service, case-management, or office experience is encouraged, but not required.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Spencer Trial Attorneys, P.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a professional, respectful, and inclusive workplace and consider qualified applicants without regard to legally protected status.
