Eminent Domain Paralegal - ATX

Eminent Domain Paralegal

Join a highly respected Texas-based law firm seeking an experienced Eminent Domain Paralegal to support a busy and collaborative legal team in downtown Austin. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex property and right-of-way matters in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment alongside accomplished attorneys and industry professionals.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: ~$90K to low $100Ks (flexible for highly experienced candidates)
• Bonus: Discretionary, tied to performance and billable hours
• Billable Requirement: 1,680 annually
• Schedule: 4 days in-office, 1 day remote (eligible after ~90 days; potential flexibility sooner)
• 40-hour work week (8:00–5:00 core hours)
• Overtime eligible (non-exempt role)
• PTO: Flexible/discretionary model
• Parking: ~$240/month (employee-paid, optional)

What You'll Do

• Support attorneys through all phases of eminent domain and condemnation matters, from pre-litigation through trial and settlement
• Draft pleadings, notices, correspondence, and discovery materials
• Maintain organized case files and track deadlines, court dates, and key milestones
• Review title commitments, surveys, and property descriptions for accuracy
• Track parcels, ownership details, and acquisition status
• Coordinate with title companies, surveyors, appraisers, and other stakeholders
• Prepare hearing and trial materials, including exhibits and witness files
• Manage logistics for depositions, hearings, and meetings
• Communicate with clients, landowners, and third parties to gather information and provide updates
• Conduct legal and property research and maintain detailed documentation

What We're Looking For

• 3–5+ years of paralegal experience (eminent domain, real estate, or litigation preferred)
• Strong familiarity with title review, surveys, and property-related documentation
• Highly detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
• Polished communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with document management systems (iManage preferred)
• Paralegal certification preferred; bachelor's degree a plus

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-driven paralegal who thrives in a structured, high-quality legal environment and is looking to take the next step in their career within a well-established team in Austin.