Experienced Criminal Defense Legal Assistant

Expand Your Career with One of the Nation's Fastest-Growing Law Firms

At Martine Law, we're redefining what it means to work in a modern law firm.

As one of the nation's fastest-growing law firms, we focus exclusively on criminal defense and family law, combining exceptional legal advocacy with innovative technology, efficient systems, and a client-first approach that delivers outstanding results.

We're looking for an experienced Texas Criminal Defense Legal Assistant who is organized, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. If you enjoy being an integral part of a legal team, take pride in exceptional client service, and are interested in expanding your skills into family law, we'd love to meet you.

This is more than a legal assistant position—it's an opportunity to grow your career with a firm that invests in its people and promotes from within.

Why Join Martine Law?

Competitive Compensation

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Quarterly performance incentives
• Opportunities for compensation growth based on performance

Exceptional Benefits

• 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Unlimited PTO

Work Where You Perform Best

• Remote and hybrid flexibility
• Modern technology that supports collaboration, efficiency, and work-life balance

Focus on Meaningful Work

• Well-developed systems and workflows
• Strong attorney and operational support
• Less administrative frustration and more opportunity to make an impact

Career Growth

• Expand your experience beyond criminal defense into family law
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunities for advancement within a rapidly growing law firm

What You'll Do

As a Criminal Defense Legal Assistant, you'll provide essential support to attorneys while ensuring every client receives outstanding service during some of the most challenging times in their lives.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting attorneys throughout all stages of Texas criminal defense matters
• Assisting with family law matters as needed, including pleadings, client communication, and case coordination
• Preparing, proofreading, and filing legal documents with Texas courts
• Managing attorney calendars, hearings, deadlines, and appointments
• Communicating with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and third parties in a professional and compassionate manner
• Organizing and maintaining electronic case files and legal documents
• Coordinating discovery, records requests, and document management
• Preparing hearing and trial materials, exhibits, and attorney notebooks
• Monitoring deadlines to ensure compliance with court rules and firm standards
• Helping deliver an exceptional client experience through proactive communication and attention to detail

Who Thrives Here?

We're looking for professionals who:

• Take ownership of their work
• Stay calm under pressure
• Anticipate needs before being asked
• Communicate with empathy and professionalism
• Enjoy learning and growing
• Embrace technology and continuous improvement
• Want to make a meaningful difference for clients and their teammates

Build More Than a Job—Build a Career

At Martine Law, we know that exceptional legal assistants are essential to delivering exceptional client service. That's why we invest in our people, provide opportunities for continued growth, and create an environment where talented professionals can build long-term careers.

If you're an experienced Texas Criminal Defense Legal Assistant looking for a firm that values your expertise while giving you the opportunity to broaden your skills into family law, we'd love to hear from you.

Ready for your next chapter?

Apply today and discover what your future could look like at Martine Law.

To fast-track your application, email your resume to terri@martinelaw.com with the subject line:

Texas Criminal Defense Legal Assistant

Your Mission:

• Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel with professionalism and urgency
• Be the right hand to our attorneys — draft, edit, and file pleadings, motions, and legal correspondence
• Keep court deadlines, hearings, and meetings scheduled and tracked — no surprises, ever
• Organize and maintain client files (both digital and physical) with ruthless efficiency
• Follow up relentlessly to keep cases moving
• Keep everything tight, clean, and on track

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of Texas criminal defense legal assistant experience
• Experience with Texas state court procedures and filings
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management software
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a remote team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting family law attorneys or a willingness to learn family law
• Experience in a high-volume law practice
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus

Martine Law is a rapidly growing, fully remote law firm dedicated to protecting good people through some of the most difficult moments of their lives. We focus exclusively on criminal defense and family law, delivering strategic, compassionate, and results-driven representation.

We are guided by our core values:

• Unwavering Commitment to Excellence – We hold ourselves to a higher standard in every case, every client interaction, every result.
• Diversity & Respect – We foster an inclusive environment where clients and team members feel valued and heard.
• Technological & Systematic Innovation – We leverage cutting-edge tools and streamlined systems to elevate performance and outcomes.
• Passion for Advocacy – We fight hard, prepare thoroughly, and advocate relentlessly for those we represent.

At Martine Law, we are building more than a firm — we are building a modern legal platform designed for impact, growth, and meaningful client results.