Legal Assistant

Established in Amarillo, Texas in 1970, Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott LLP ("Perdue Brandon") is one of the oldest law firms providing collection services and related legal representation to government entities. Our clients include school districts, cities, counties, hospital districts, appraisal districts and other governmental entities. Perdue Brandon continues to grow and currently has 15 primary offices in Texas and multiple satellite locations in Texas, Oklahoma, and Florida servicing clients in nine states. For more information on our Firm, please visit our website at www.pbfcm.com. This is a full time position with great benefits including medical, dental, vision and a generous PTO policy. PBFCM offers a professional, yet casual environment. We are a law firm committed to quality and integrity. This position is a great way to get started in the legal field and learn valuable skills. Legal Assistant Responsibilities Maintain and update databases Prepare and e-file litigation documents with various courts Prepare various outgoing letters Maintain documents within document storage software Receive and make phone calls daily from and to clients, constables, court personnel, taxpayers, and others Correspond daily via email with clients, constables, court personnel, taxpayers, and others Essential Skills and Experience 1-3 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Data Entry experience with a focus on accuracy and speed, excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. General computer knowledge including, but not limited to the following: Word, Excel, and Outlook. Ability to establish priorities, work independently and as part of a team, and proceed with objectives without supervision. Strong verbal and written skills including the style and formatting of letters. Ability to handle and resolve recurring problems. Bilingual a plus.