Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Firm Overview
The Law Office of Philip M. Gommels is a top criminal defense law firm based in Houston, Texas serving clients all over Texas. We defend all types of criminal accusations--including sexual assaults, violent crime, white collar crime, etc. We specialize in defending the accused who suffer from mental illness and addiction. We take a holistic approach to criminal defense--striving not only to keep our clients from incarceration and protect their permanent records, but also to leave them with happier, more fulfilling lives on the other side.

Position Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and thorough junior paralegal (preferably bilingual in Spanish, but not mandatory) interested in social justice and taking part behind the scenes in fighting for justice--often for the most vulnerable. Compassion for our clients and a desire to understand their stories is essential. The paralegal will gain experience communicating with a variety of stakeholders, exposure to fact patterns in criminal law and virtual and live networking opportunities across the criminal defense and social justice communities in Houston and beyond.

This position is ideal for a recent university graduate looking for a fulfilling career in criminal law or a paralegal, court clerk, or legal secretary with experience in Houston criminal law space.

The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm with some work required after-hours and on weekends. Due to the nature of the job, the position is in-office—though in special circumstances, work from home is available on some days with prior approval. Salary will be commensurate with experience and abilities.

Responsibilities:

• Answer inbound telephone calls (sometimes)
• Schedule appointments (sometimes)
• Greet and assist onsite guests — accept payment, notarize documents
• Managing client onboarding
• Drafting and filing written motions, subpoenas, and other legal documents
• Conducting research to support legal proceedings
• Requesting records and following up with agencies
• Representing our firm in communications with clients, court staff and colleagues
• Monitoring and ensuring compliance with statutory and court-imposed deadlines
• Recording and storing client information
• Managing progress of cases--especially expungement and nondisclosure petitions
• Perform office tasks such as scanning and uploading evidence, ordering office supplies, etc.

​ Qualifications:

• Friendly, outgoing
• Bilingual in Spanish (Preferred)
• Outstanding written communication skills
• 4-year degree from an elite university preferred
• Excellent computer skills
• Attention to detail and ability to learn and maintain our organization’s systems and procedures
• Willingness to receive and give honest feedback
• Excellent skills in managing multiple projects at various stages
• Previous experience as a paralegal or other legal field is a plus, but not necessary

 

Hours: M-F, 8am-5pm

Pay: Salary, commensurate with experience: $47,000-$60,000 per year

Opportunities for advancement to Office Administrator and Paralegal II, III

Company Description

The Law Office of Philip M. Gommels, PLLC is a top law practice specializing in criminal defense. The firm has been recognized by Houstonia Magazine, Super Lawyers, Expertise.com, Avvo.com, Martindale Hubbell and the Better Business Bureau. The firm prides itself on delivering the highest quality representation--striving to treat every client with special care, compassion, dignity, and respect.

Company Description

The Law Office of Philip M. Gommels, PLLC is a top law practice specializing in criminal defense. The firm has been recognized by Houstonia Magazine, Super Lawyers, Expertise.com, Avvo.com, Martindale Hubbell and the Better Business Bureau. The firm prides itself on delivering the highest quality representation--striving to treat every client with special care, compassion, dignity, and respect.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Remote job, Weekend work,

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