Practice Coordinator – Houston (Hybrid, 4 Days Onsite)
A leading legal team is seeking a highly organized and proactive Practice Coordinator to support the day‑to‑day operations of a busy practice group. This role ensures client projects move smoothly by managing workflows, tracking deadlines, coordinating communication, and keeping attorneys informed and aligned. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys structure, and is comfortable following up frequently to keep projects on track.
Key Responsibilities
Project & Workflow Management
• Monitor the practice group’s shared inbox to identify and triage incoming tasks
• Assign, track, and follow tasks through completion
• Build and maintain the group’s project management portfolio (Asana), including project setup, deadlines, milestones, and status updates
• Proactively follow up with attorneys and staff on deadlines, priorities, and outstanding items
• Identify bottlenecks and escalate issues to leadership
Communication & Coordination
• Serve as the central point of contact for project‑related requests
• Provide attorneys with timely updates, documents, and information
• Facilitate communication across attorneys, staff, and cross‑functional teams
• Ensure all client projects are completed accurately and on schedule
Reporting & Analytics
• Prepare weekly status reports highlighting progress, milestones, workload distribution, risks, and issues
• Maintain accurate project records and history
• Provide data‑driven insights to support leadership decision‑making
Administrative & Operational Support
• Coordinate calendars for major project milestones and internal meetings
• Support collaboration with other departments, including marketing
• Assist with onboarding attorneys, staff, and new clients into project workflows and systems
• Ensure client files, accounts, and billing details are properly established
Qualifications
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role; law firm or professional services experience required
• Proficiency with Asana preferred
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
• Skilled at managing multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Proactive, collaborative, and eager to improve processes
Work Environment
• Hybrid schedule: 4 days in office, 1 remote
• Ability to sit for extended periods and lift up to 15 lbs
• Must be able to navigate the organization’s facilities
