legal aide

Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts

<div><div><b>OAG - Consumer Protection | Legal Assistant IV-V | 26-0091</b> <b>(</b><b>00053826</b><b>)</b><div>
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Organization</b><b>:</b> OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL<div>
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Primary Location</b><b>:</b> Texas-Austin<div>
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Work Locations</b><b>:</b> CPD - Austin 300 W. 15th St Austin 78701<div></div><div><br>
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Job</b><b>:</b> Legal<div>
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Employee Status</b><b>:</b> Regular<div>
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Schedule</b><b>:</b> Full-time<div>
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Standard Hours Per Week</b><b>:</b> 40.00<div>
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State Job Code</b><b>:</b> 3578 3580<div>
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Salary Admin Plan</b><b>:</b> B<div>
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Grade</b><b>:</b> 22 24<div>
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Salary (Pay Basis)</b><b>:</b> 5,666.67 - 7,416.67 (Monthly)<div>
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Number of Openings</b><b>:</b> 1<div>
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Overtime Status</b><b>:</b> Non-exempt<div>
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Job Posting</b><b>:</b> Oct 24, 2025, 10:47:25 AM<div>
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Closing Date</b>: Ongoing<div>
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Description</b><div></div><p><b><br>
GENERAL DESCRIPTION</b></p><p>
The Consumer Protection Division (CPD) of the Office of the Attorney General works to protect Texas consumers and the legitimate business community by investigating fraud and deceptive advertising, filing civil lawsuits to enforce state and federal consumer protection laws, and educating Texans on how to spot and avoid possible scams. The Division has regional offices in Austin, Dallas, El Paso, Houston, and San Antonio. CPD is seeking a legal assistant to work in the Austin office and to perform tasks including researching and analyzing legal issues, investigating deceptive and misleading practices, and drafting backgrounds, memoranda, legal documents, as well as assisting attorneys with investigations, litigation, and case management.</p><p>
The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State&rsquo;s law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits (https://ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans.</p><p><b><br>
ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS</b><br>
<b>Legal Assistant IV:</b></p><ul><li>
Organizes and maintains files for cases under investigation and in litigation &ndash; including opening and closing cases.</li><li>
Prepares case related reports, administrative reports, summaries and synopsis of case status and relevant matters using excel spreadsheets, as appropriate.</li><li>
Drafts, prepares, reviews, edits, and proofreads documents including correspondence, memorandum, reports, and pleadings such as petitions, dispositive and evidentiary motions, briefs, abstracts, and other documents for use in trials, appeals, hearings, and administrative and agency proceedings.</li><li>
E-files pleadings with court and maintains case calendars and docket notes.</li><li>
Coordinates the service of subpoenas, civil investigative demands, petitions, and notices including deposition notices</li><li>
Prepares, coordinates and schedules discovery and discovery responses for use in legal proceedings, including drafting, editing and proofreading interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admission and deposition notices, in accordance with state, federal and agency rules, and procedures.</li><li>
Assists in responding to requests for discovery including bates labeling, redacting, and coordinating discovery requests with client agencies.</li><li>
Assists in all phases of hearing and trial preparation, including setting hearings/depositions/meetings, ordering demonstrative aides, organizing trial notebooks and exhibits, scheduling court reporters, witnesses, and handling exhibits.</li><li>
Researches and analyzes legal sources such as statutes, case law, administrative records, opinions and rules and regulations; prepares memoranda of research findings</li><li>
Checks citations quotations, footnotes, and references for accuracy; and prepares tables of authority.</li><li>
Schedules, attends, and assists, attorneys in preparing for hearings, depositions, trials, appellate arguments, docket calls, administrative and legislative hearings, and meetings.</li><li>
Assists with coordinating, assembling, and preparing evidence, exhibits, affidavits, and other documents for use in legal proceedings.</li><li>
Obtains, organizes, and analyzes information, data, and evidence from a variety of sources associated with consumer complaints and investigations.</li><li>
Responds to public information requests</li><li>
Assists in document review using electronic document review platforms.</li><li>
Assists with the entry of consumer complaints as needed.</li><li>
Communicates with consumers, court personnel and representatives of state and federal agencies and organizations engaged in consumer protection enforcement activities</li><li>
Conducts advanced legal research regarding complex issues and monitors developments in law</li><li>
Conducts advanced analysis of data and documents</li><li>
Performs related work as assigned.</li><li>
Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions.</li><li>
Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule.</li><li>
Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information.</li><li>
Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity.</li></ul><p><b><br>
Legal Assistant V: All of the above functions for a Legal Assistant IV, plus:</b></p><ul><li>
Monitor and interpret changes in laws and regulations that impact legal cases, advising attorneys on potential implications.</li><li>
Draft cost analyses and bill summaries for proposed legislation, and track and analyze relevant legislation.</li></ul><div>
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Qualifications</b><div></div><p><b><br>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</b><br>
<b>Legal Assistant IV:</b></p><ul><li>
Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent</li><li>
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; experience in the following (or closely related) fields may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis: legal assistance work</li><li>
Experience: Two years of full-time experience in the following (or closely related) fields: legal assistant, legal secretary, or general office experience in a legal environment experience</li><li>
Knowledge of legal assistance work</li><li>
Knowledge of office procedures in a legal setting and familiarity with legal documents</li><li>
Skill in understanding and processing information, in the use of office equipment, and in the use of computers and applicable software</li><li>
Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines</li><li>
Skill in effective oral and written communication</li><li>
Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making</li><li>
Ability to apply to become a Texas Notary</li><li>
Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback</li><li>
Ability to conduct research, to draft, prepare, and interpret legal documents; to evaluate and relate findings to cases in questions; to conduct investigations; and to communicate effectively</li><li>
Ability to handle stressful situations</li><li>
Ability to work collaboratively with others in a professional office environment</li><li>
Ability to provide excellent customer service</li><li>
Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG workspace within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave)</li><li>
Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel</li><li>
Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA</li><li>
Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.</li><li>
Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 5%</li></ul><p><b><br>
Legal Assistant V: All of the above qualifications for a Legal Assistant IV, plus:</b></p><ul><li>
Experience: One additional year of full-time experience in the following (or closely related) fields: legal assistant, legal secretary, or general office experience in a legal environment experience</li></ul><p><b><br>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></p><ul><li>
Education: Graduation from a course of study for legal assistants [Copy of certificate required at time of interview]; may substitute Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in legal studies for required certificate</li><li>
Experience: using electronic document review platforms including Relativity and/or Everlaw and proficient in use of Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and Word</li><li>
Knowledge: legal terminology and principles</li><li>
Skills: Familiar with Summation, Trial Director, E-Courtroom, and eFiling procedures in state, federal, and appellate court systems</li><li>
Abilities: to perform advanced legal research</li><li>
Certifications: Legal Assistant certification</li><li>
Other Language: Ability to proficiently read, write, and speak Spanish fluently</li></ul><p><b>
TO APPLY</b></p><p>
To apply for a job with the OAG, electronic applications can be submitted through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted. Your application for this position may subject you to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at</p><p>
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Legal.pdf</p><p><b>
THE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</b></p></div></div>

OAG - Consumer Protection | Legal Assistant IV-V | 26-0091

SKR LAW FIRMS

<p><b>Location:</b> On-Site<br/><b>Experience Required:</b> Minimum 3 Years<br/><b>Salary:</b> &#8377;10,000 (Performance-Based Growth Potential)</p><p><b>About the Role</b></p><p>We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled <b>Legal Associate</b> with strong experience in High Court, Supreme Court, and NCLT matters. The ideal candidate should be confident, proactive, and capable of handling complex legal drafting, research, and filings efficiently.</p><p><b>Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Drafting of petitions, applications, replies, affidavits, rejoinders &amp; legal notices.</li><li>Handling matters before <b>High Courts, Supreme Court, and NCLT</b>.</li><li>Conducting deep legal research and preparing case strategies.</li><li>Coordinating with clients, advocates, and concerned authorities.</li><li>Attending court hearings, dictations, and conferences as required.</li><li>Managing documentation, case files, and timelines.</li></ul><p><b>Requirements</b></p><ul><li><b>Minimum 3 years of experience</b> in litigation related to High Court/Supreme Court/NCLT.</li><li>Strong command over <b>legal drafting</b> and research.</li><li><b>Fluency in English</b> (verbal and written) is a must.</li><li>Knowledge of procedural laws, filing procedures &amp; court protocols.</li><li>Ability to work independently as well as in a team.</li><li>Strong sense of professionalism, discipline, and deadlines.</li></ul><p><b>Preferred Skills</b></p><ul><li>Experience in corporate litigation and insolvency matters (IBC).</li><li>Familiarity with online filing portals and e-courts.</li><li>Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.</li><li>Client communication &amp; briefing skill</li></ul><p><b>Compensation </b></p><ul><li><b>Starter fixed stipend:</b> &#8377;10,000 per month.</li><li><b>Increment &amp; incentives</b> based on:</li><li>Work quality</li><li>Drafting proficiency</li><li>Independent handling of cases</li><li>Court performance</li><li>Client feedback</li></ul><p>The better your performance, the faster you grow no upper limit for deserving candidates.</p><p><b>Working Style</b></p><ul><li>Professional work ethics</li><li>Timely updates on assigned matters</li><li>Accountability &amp; reliability</li></ul><p><b>How to Apply</b></p><p>Interested candidates are requested to share:</p><ul><li>Updated CV</li><li>Sample drafts (if available)</li><li>References (optional)</li></ul><p><b>Email:</b> advskrout71@gmail.com<br/><b>Subject:</b> Application &ndash; Legal Associate</p><p><b>Why Join Us?</b></p><ul><li>Exposure to high-value litigation</li><li>Direct learning under experienced advocates</li><li>Opportunity to handle matters independently</li></ul><p>Performance-based growth and responsibility.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: From &#8377;10,000.00 per month</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Legal associate

Arcadia LTC

<div><p><b>Dietary Aide</b></p>
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Job Summary:</b></p>
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The Dietary Aide is responsible for aiding all food functions as directed/instructed and in accordance with established food policies and procedures.</p>
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Essential Duties:</b></p>
<ul><li> Review, prepare &amp; serve meals in accordance with planned menus with standardized recipes &amp; special diet orders. Also ensure food, etc., is prepared in accordance with sanitary regulations.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Ensure that the department is maintained in a clean and safe manner.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Prepare &amp; deliver snacks, etc., as instructed.</li></ul>
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Benefits Offered:</b></p>
<ul><li> Extremely low-cost Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, and more</li></ul>
<ul><li> $25,000 Company Paid Life Insurance &ndash; at no cost to you</li></ul>
<ul><li> Daily Pay - get your money when you want</li></ul>
<ul><li> Paid Vacations - rolls over each year</li></ul>
<ul><li> Paid Sick Time</li></ul>
<ul><li> Paid Holidays</li></ul>
<ul><li> Tuition Reimbursement</li></ul>
<ul><li> Daily, Weekly, Monthly Employee Appreciation Events</li></ul>
<ul><li> Birthday, Anniversary Celebrations</li></ul>
<ul><li> Free Employee Assistance Programs - professional support &amp; guidance on family, money, health, legal services and more</li></ul>
<ul><li> Huge Discounts at all major retailers (Walmart, Costco, etc.) at no cost to you</li></ul>
<ul><li> Virtual Visits with Doctors 24/7, without setting up additional accounts or appointments</li></ul>
<ul><li> Paid Break Time for Nursing Mothers</li></ul>
<ul><li> Time Off to Vote</li></ul><br>
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Qualifications:</b></p>
<ul><li> Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition &amp; enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level, they are currently functioning.</li></ul></div>

Dietary Aide

<div><p><b>Dietary Aide</b></p>
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Job Summary:</b></p>
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The Dietary Aide is responsible for aiding all food functions as directed/instructed and in accordance with established food policies and procedures.</p>
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Essential Duties:</b></p>
<ul><li> Review, prepare &amp; serve meals in accordance with planned menus with standardized recipes &amp; special diet orders. Also ensure food, etc., is prepared in accordance with sanitary regulations.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Ensure that the department is maintained in a clean and safe manner.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Prepare &amp; deliver snacks, etc., as instructed.</li></ul>
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Benefits Offered:</b></p>
<ul><li> Extremely low-cost Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, and more</li></ul>
<ul><li> $25,000 Company Paid Life Insurance &ndash; at no cost to you</li></ul>
<ul><li> Daily Pay - get your money when you want</li></ul>
<ul><li> Paid Vacations - rolls over each year</li></ul>
<ul><li> Paid Sick Time</li></ul>
<ul><li> Paid Holidays</li></ul>
<ul><li> Tuition Reimbursement</li></ul>
<ul><li> Daily, Weekly, Monthly Employee Appreciation Events</li></ul>
<ul><li> Birthday, Anniversary Celebrations</li></ul>
<ul><li> Free Employee Assistance Programs - professional support &amp; guidance on family, money, health, legal services and more</li></ul>
<ul><li> Huge Discounts at all major retailers (Walmart, Costco, etc.) at no cost to you</li></ul>
<ul><li> Virtual Visits with Doctors 24/7, without setting up additional accounts or appointments</li></ul>
<ul><li> Paid Break Time for Nursing Mothers</li></ul>
<ul><li> Time Off to Vote</li></ul><br>
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Qualifications:</b></p>
<ul><li> Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition &amp; enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level, they are currently functioning.</li></ul></div><p></p>

COAST TO COAST LEGAL AID OF SOUTH FLORIDA

<div><p>Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida, Inc. (CCLA) established in 2003 is a Legal Services Corporation (LSC) funded, non-profit organization. CCLA provides free civil legal services to low-income and otherwise eligible residents of Broward County and is located in Plantation, Florida, a suburb of Fort Lauderdale. Our mission is to provide equal justice to underserved communities through quality and innovative free civil legal aid. CCLA provides legal advocacy for individuals in our community, helping thousands of economically disadvantaged residents to gain greater access to justice and much-needed legal assistance to remove barriers to a healthy and stable life.</p><p>
CCLA provides legal assistance in the areas of Family Law &amp; Victims of Crime, Economic Advocacy &amp; Community Health (public benefits), and Senior Law for people age 60 and older. At CCLA, we provide quality civil legal representation and equal access to justice, regardless of their income. CCLA&rsquo;s vision is a community where everyone has the legal resources to thrive.</p><p>
CCLA is currently seeking a hardworking, compassionate Attorney for the EACH Unit. Under the direct supervision of the Director and the Supervising Attorney of the EACH Unit, the Attorney will provide clients with legal assistance regarding public benefit related issues. The EACH Attorney focuses primarily on SSDI/SSI, Reemployment Assistance, SNAP, and TANF cases and healthcare benefits.</p><p><b>
Position Duties</b></p><ul><li>
Responsible for substantial compliance with the CCLA Program Priority Plan within their particular areas of specialization and consonant with the Legal Services Corporation guidelines.</li><li>
In carrying out legal work, responsible for all phases of case work, interviewing clients and witnesses, discovery, investigations, negotiations, legal research, hearings and appeals.</li><li>
Attends unit meetings, complies with all program and unit forms and directives, completes monthly case reports, report to the unit on development in their area of expertise and train the paralegals and legal interns assigned to work in their areas.</li><li>
Conducts client interviews to gather information, investigates fact situations, gathers and evaluates evidence, witnesses, drafts letters, emails, memoranda, pleadings, briefs, assists with applications and appeals, completes forms, reviews agency notices, reviews medical records or other client documents, and performs legal research.</li><li>
Advises and represents clients in SSDI/SSI cases, including representing clients at hearings before an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ), in Appeals Council appeals, and potentially in Federal Court as applicable.</li><li>
Advises and represents clients in reemployment assistance cases, including representing clients at administrative hearings before referees and in appeals to the RAAC.</li><li>
Advises and represents clients in SNAP/TANF cases, including representing clients in administrative hearings with DCF.</li><li>
Advise and represent clients in healthcare related cases, including Medicaid, Medicare, Marketplace and other denial of healthcare or services.</li><li>
Frequent communication with clients and outside agencies; in person, on the phone, and via email.</li><li>
Working closely, as part of a team with numerous attorneys and paralegals.</li><li>
Returns client&rsquo;s calls/emails in a timely manner, maintain records, case notes, and daily time-keeping in CCLAs case management system.</li><li>
Performs community outreach events in person and/or virtually, as well as, on social media and conduct educational trainings for staff, clients, and community providers, in accordance with CCLA&rsquo;s outreach policy, and as needed.</li><li>
Keeps track of and meets deadlines and hearing dates.</li><li>
Compliant with program and grant requirements.</li><li>
Performs all other duties as assigned and/or requested by Management, Supervisors, or as required by grant(s).</li></ul><p><b>
Position Requirements</b></p><ul><li>
Juris Doctor (JD) and admission to the Florida Bar in good standing.</li><li>
Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) preferred.</li><li>
Prior public benefit experience, particularly with SSDI/SSI or reemployment assistance is a plus.</li><li>
Capable of acting with substantial degree of independence and responsibility in this professional capacity.</li><li>
Experience or demonstrated interest in working with people with disabilities and/or lower socioeconomic status preferred.</li><li>
Flexible, effective, written and oral communication skills. Ability to multitask, organize, detail-oriented, prioritize, and manage a diverse case load. Must have the ability to work efficiently and independently with supervision.</li><li>
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.</li><li>
Professional demeanor and client-oriented focus.</li><li>
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.</li><li>
Due to funder requirements, all candidates must pass a background check before employment begins.</li></ul><p>
Here at CCLA we offer our employees an outstanding and generous benefits package, which includes medical, vision, dental (100% employer paid for individual coverage), life, short-term, long-term disability insurance (100% employer paid coverage), supplemental insurance, and a 403(b) plan (tax-sheltered annuity plan) with an employer contribution. CCLA covers attorney&rsquo;s Florida bar dues, Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits, and attorneys have the opportunity to apply for student loan payment assistance.</p><p>
Additionally, CCLA offers substantial discounts on gym memberships, parks, travel, pet insurance, and more, contributing to our employees' overall well-being.</p><p>
CCLA is very proud of our work-life balance by giving our employees a substantial paid time off package which includes vacation, sick leave and over 12 holidays a year. At CCLA we offer our employees (non-probationary) a more flexible work schedule by temporarily working a hybrid schedule 2 days in the office and 3 days working remotely.</p><p>
At CCLA, we foster a positive and supportive work environment where we work hard to provide exceptional service to our community. The work is both challenging and rewarding, and we take pride in the commitment and dedication of our team.</p><p><b>
For more information about CCLA, please visit our website at </b><b>www.coasttocoastlegalaid.org</b><b>.</b></p><p><b><i>
CCLA is an equal opportunity employer and provider.</i></b></p></div>

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