Lisa Justus Email and Phone Number

I have been working on various projects as an Administrative Assistant, Legal Assistant and involved in community projects in the Richardson area.

Worked as a litigation legal assistant and assisted several partners, associates and paralegals in the preparation of trial matters. My focus was on client relations, and often serving as the liaison between the litigation team, administration and the client. Coordinating the logistics for upcoming meetings, depositions and mediations were a few of the responsibilities that I found rewarding in my position, and I took great satisfaction in keeping the team apprised of all case related matters so we may function as a cohesive group• Worked closely with legal team and a major client in coordinating pre-trial projects with expert witnesses relating to a nationally covered oil spill matter.• Supported clients with necessary documents and information.• Established working relationships with clients and business affiliates, assisting in collection of needed materials.• Prepared exhibit lists and other pre-trial documents.• Assisted in set up of pre-trial and trial workspaces and projects. • Worked closely with vendors to negotiate best rates for clients.• Worked with the Human Resources Department on fund raising programs for various charities.

Worked closely with a Senior Partner for 22 years, who was a former Head of Litigation and Managing Partner of Hughes & Luce, LLP. and collaborated with two associates and senior paralegals. Prepared and filed documents related to complex commercial, personal injury and professional defense litigations. Held responsibility for billing, as well as organizing and maintaining files. Participated in heavy interaction with clients. Contributed to recruiting for summer associate programs. Managed executive-level administrative duties, and worked closely with professional legal and non-profit organizations. Organized and directed business and social events, including political and legal events. • Collaborated with Senior Partner, contributing directly to contact with clients regarding billing and collections.• Supported clients with necessary documents and information• Assisted in set up of pre-trial and trial workspaces and activities. • Worked closely with vendors to negotiate best rates for clients.• Established working relationships with clients and business affiliates, assisting in collection of material and fees.• Contributed to Summer Recruiting Committee, working directly with summer associates. • Organized committee and organizational programs, including presentation of first auction for non-profit organization (First Baptist Academy-Downtown). • Directed multiple activities for Lawyers.• Worked with Human Resources Department on various staff appreciation programs and non-profit organizations including Genesis Women’s Shelter, Vogel Alcove, The Family Place and Jonathan’s Place.• Organized and coordinated fund raising efforts in conjunction with firm and BOMA, including an auction with all proceeds donated to The American Red Cross in conjunction with September 11 Disaster Relief.• Worked with judicial candidates and assisted in Committee for a Qualified Judiciary (CQJ) meetings and activities.