Legal Support Specialist Jobs in Texas
Legal Support Specialist jobs in Texas are in strong and consistent demand, concentrated in corporate legal departments, large law firms, and insurance companies, with openings ranging from entry-level file clerks and legal secretaries through senior paralegal coordinators and litigation support managers. Houston, Dallas, and Austin account for the largest share of hiring, anchored by firms like Baker Botts, Vinson and Elkins, and Dell Technologies' in-house legal teams. Texas's energy, technology, and real estate sectors drive especially high demand for specialists in contract management, litigation support, and corporate compliance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Description
Seeking a Legal Support Specialist to provide administrative support to Pillsbury’s Houston office. This position supports attorneys and Legal Practice Coordinators across the entire Houston office with overflow work and helps to cover absences. Legal Support Specialist will prepare conflicts checks and open new matters; review and edit prebills; assist with incoming and outgoing mail; prepare check requests, invoices for payment, and expense reports; enter attorney time, coordinate travel, and maintain electronic files and attorney contacts. Including but not limited to other clerical tasks and administrative projects as assigned.
Primary responsibilities include:
- Provide administrative support to the Legal Practice Coordinator team including partners, associates and paralegals in all practice groups within the Houston office; included but not limited to; environmental, litigation and corporate
- Attorney time entry and editing pre-bills.
- Creating, revising, and formatting legal documents.
- Preparing expense reports, check requests, and new business memos.
- Mailings and creation of binders.
- Entering contacts and maintaining electronic files.
- Assisting with travel arrangements and scheduling meetings. Conducting research as needed.
- Providing back-up coverage for the Legal Practice Coordinator team.
- Special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
- The ideal candidate will possess a BA/BS degree.
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a legal/administrative or professional setting preferred.
- Professional organized self-starter with the ability to interact with attorneys, staff and clients at all levels in a fast-paced, challenging legal work environment.
- Excellent attention to detail and strong time management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong technical skills.
- Possess a strong work ethic and the ability to work cohesively within a team environment.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with the appropriate discretion.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 15 lbs. at a time.
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please contact us at PillsburyWorkday@pillsburylaw.com.
Job Description
Seeking a Legal Support Specialist to provide administrative support to Pillsbury’s Houston office. This position supports attorneys and Legal Practice Coordinators across the entire Houston office with overflow work and helps to cover absences. Legal Support Specialist will prepare conflicts checks and open new matters; review and edit prebills; assist with incoming and outgoing mail; prepare check requests, invoices for payment, and expense reports; enter attorney time, coordinate travel, and maintain electronic files and attorney contacts. Including but not limited to other clerical tasks and administrative projects as assigned.
Primary responsibilities include:
- Provide administrative support to the Legal Practice Coordinator team including partners, associates and paralegals in all practice groups within the Houston office; included but not limited to; environmental, litigation and corporate
- Attorney time entry and editing pre-bills.
- Creating, revising, and formatting legal documents.
- Preparing expense reports, check requests, and new business memos.
- Mailings and creation of binders.
- Entering contacts and maintaining electronic files.
- Assisting with travel arrangements and scheduling meetings. Conducting research as needed.
- Providing back-up coverage for the Legal Practice Coordinator team.
- Special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
- The ideal candidate will possess a BA/BS degree.
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a legal/administrative or professional setting preferred.
- Professional organized self-starter with the ability to interact with attorneys, staff and clients at all levels in a fast-paced, challenging legal work environment.
- Excellent attention to detail and strong time management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong technical skills.
- Possess a strong work ethic and the ability to work cohesively within a team environment.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with the appropriate discretion.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 15 lbs. at a time.
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please contact us at PillsburyWorkday@pillsburylaw.com.
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Legal Support Specialist Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Texas Health and Human Services Commission4
- Office of the Attorney General3
- TransPecos Banks3
- Amazon2
- Bradley Arant Boult Cummings2
Top Industries Hiring
- Banking & Financial Services15
- Law & Legal Services11
- Healthcare & Medical Services6
- Construction & Real Estate5
- Consulting & Professional Services5
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in legal support specialist jobs across Texas.
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or a related legal field
- Proficiency with legal case management software such as Clio or iManage
- Strong document drafting, proofreading, and legal correspondence experience
- Familiarity with Texas court filing procedures and local county rules
- One or more years of experience in a law firm or corporate legal department
- Certification from NALA, NFPA, or an ABA-approved paralegal program preferred
Legal Support Specialist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a legal support specialist in Texas?
Texas does not require a state-issued license for legal support specialists or paralegals, so the path centers on education and voluntary credentials. Most employers expect at least an associate's degree in paralegal studies or a legal administrative field from an ABA-approved program, available at schools like Houston Community College or UT Austin's paralegal certificate program. Earning a voluntary certification through NALA or NFPA significantly improves hiring prospects across Texas markets.
Which companies hire legal support specialists in Texas?
Employers hiring legal support specialists in Texas right now include Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Office of the Attorney General, and TransPecos Banks, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of energy corporations, major law firms, and large insurance carriers means in-house legal teams and regional firm offices are among the most consistent sources of openings statewide.
Which Texas cities have the most legal support specialist jobs?
Austin, Dallas, and Houston have the most legal support specialist openings in Texas. Houston's dominance reflects its dense concentration of energy sector headquarters and major litigation firms, while Dallas draws demand from Fortune 500 corporate legal departments and financial services companies, and Austin's growth in technology and state government creates steady openings in contract administration and regulatory support.
Are there remote legal support specialist jobs in Texas?
Yes, though they represent a smaller share than in fully digital fields, since many legal support tasks involve handling physical documents, court filings, and in-person attorney collaboration. About 20% of legal support specialist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with the most remote-compatible work concentrated in contract review, document management, and litigation support coordination roles.
How can I get hired as a legal support specialist in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a legal secretary or file clerk role at a mid-size Texas law firm, which lets you build hands-on familiarity with Texas court procedures and case management tools. Community college paralegal certificate programs at institutions like Houston Community College or Dallas College offer affordable credentials that Texas employers recognize. Lateral moves from administrative assistant or records management roles in corporate settings are also common paths into legal support work at large Texas companies.
Where can I find and apply to legal support specialist jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to legal support specialist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Find roles that match your experience level and location, then apply directly to the employers posting them.
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