- Location
- Dallas, TX
- Department
- Legal
- Source
- Paylocity
Description
Description
****Average hourly is $23.49 (including wage, incentives, bonuses, overtime, shift differential, etc.)****
Legal Assistant
TFI Family Services, LLC is a private nonprofit organization providing quality care and support services to children in foster care and foster/adoptive families. As a partner with state agencies, TFI recruits, trains, and supports foster and adoptive families across multiple states.
Position Summary: The Legal Assistant supports agency staff and legal counsel by monitoring court proceedings, ensuring timely and accurate court filings, and promoting effective communication between the agency and the court system. This role helps ensure compliance with contractual, legal, and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor court proceedings to ensure timely filing of reports and accurate staff participation
- Attend hearings and support staff preparation and testimony
- Track mandatory court reports and maintain hearing calendars
- Communicate concerns related to court participation and compliance
- Prepare detailed reports for legal counsel
- Maintain professional relationships with courts and attorneys
- Travel as required to attend hearings
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- Valid driver’s license and ability to meet agency underwriting standards
Benefits Include:
- Competitive pay and flexible scheduling
- Medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Generous paid time off, holidays, and longevity bonuses
- Employee Assistance Program and referral incentives
If you want to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply.
TFI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Apply online at: www.tfifamily.org/employment
Requirements
Predictive Index Assessments assist hiring managers to determine if a candidate may be a good match for the position.
Please complete a Predictive Index Assessments at the following link below:
https://assessment.predictiveindex.com/692W/62666283-3725-493b-8c82-43ba2dcbc30b?type=candidateba
The PI Assessment takes 5-7 minutes to complete. There are no right or wrong answers.
