Criminal Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant – Criminal Law (Bilingual – English/Spanish)
Location: Houston, TX
Schedule: Full-time
Pay: $15–$18 per hour (based on verified experience)
Experience Required: Minimum 1 year of recent experience in criminal law

Job Description:

We are hiring a bilingual (English/Spanish) Legal Assistant with recent and verifiable experience in criminal law. The ideal candidate is organized, responsible, and capable of managing confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

This is a full-time position in a fast-paced criminal defense firm.

Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and file criminal motions and legal pleadings
• Draft witness statements in coordination with the attorney
• Organize, analyze, and manage evidence, police reports, video footage, photos, and discovery
• Maintain and manage court calendars, deadlines, and reminders
• Monitor and respond to emails professionally and in a timely manner
• Prepare and send reminders to clients and attorney for court hearings and tasks
• Communicate clearly with clients, courts, prosecutors, and legal offices
• Use legal software and systems such as MyCase, Harris County court platforms, or similar
• Manage and update electronic and physical case files
• Assist the attorney with trial preparation and case strategy
• Ensure complete confidentiality in all case-related matters

Qualifications:

• Fluent in English and Spanish (speaking, reading, and writing)
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience as a legal assistant in criminal law
• Familiarity with criminal procedure and Harris County court system
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize under pressure
• Strong written communication and attention to detail
• Reliable, professional, and able to work independently
• Strong ethical standards and commitment to confidentiality

Benefits:

• Full-time, stable long-term position
• Professional and respectful work environment
• Room for growth in a firm focused on criminal defense
• Competitive pay based on verified experience

To Apply:

Submit your resume to: bc@alvareslawoffice.com
Subject line: Legal Assistant – Criminal Law Position

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Work Location: In person