Legal Assistant for Criminal Defense Firm
1 day ago
Lubbock
Job Description Legal Assistant – Criminal Defense (Lubbock Office) Eckman Law Firm, PLLC Eckman Law Firm, a growing criminal defense firm, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our Lubbock office. This position provides high-level support to two attorneys and plays a critical role in client communication and case management. Spanish language skills are preferred but not required. Candidates with strong customer service skills and the ability to work with diverse clients are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities • Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys Aaron Eckman and Victoria Eckman, • Manage and maintain client communications, • Assist with state and federal court filings (Texas e-filing and CM/ECF), • Manage and organize discovery (review, download, label, and maintain evidence and case materials), • Draft, format, and proofread legal documents using Microsoft Word and Adobe Pro, • Organize and maintain case files using MyCase and other systems, • Coordinate with state and federal courts, • Manage mail and document workflows, • Assist with scheduling, deadlines, and case tracking Preferred Qualifications • Prior law office or court clerk experience preferred, • Strong customer service background, • Excellent communication and organizational skills, • Ability to multi-task and learn new systems quickly, • Experience with:, • Microsoft Word, • Adobe Pro, • Client management software (MyCase preferred), • Zoom, • Familiarity with legal filing systems (Texas e-filing and CM/ECF) is a plus, • Spanish language skills preferred (not required) Education (Preferred) • Associate’s degree or Paralegal training Compensation & Benefits • $16 – $23 per hour, depending on experience, • 100% employer-paid health insurance (individual plan), • SEP-IRA retirement plan Why This Role Matters We are currently expanding and need additional support to manage increasing caseloads efficiently. This role is critical to keeping cases organized, improving client communication, and supporting overall firm growth. Company DescriptionEckman Law Firm, a growing criminal defense firm, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our Lubbock office. This position provides high-level support to two attorneys and plays a critical role in client communication and case management. Candidates with strong customer service skills and the ability to work with diverse clients are encouraged to apply.Eckman Law Firm, a growing criminal defense firm, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our Lubbock office. This position provides high-level support to two attorneys and plays a critical role in client communication and case management.\r\nCandidates with strong customer service skills and the ability to work with diverse clients are encouraged to apply.