Litigation Paralegal Position – Austin, Texas Husch Blackwell LLP is a full‑service litigation and business law firm with multiple locations across the United States. We are hiring a Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in a variety of commercial litigation matters.SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES Assist attorneys with fact investigation, legal research, document preparation and production, database management, docketing/case management, and overall client service.Learn and develop technical proficiency in database use, internet/electronic research, and project folder/electronic file maintenance.Independently organize and manage files or delegate similar tasks.Prepare materials for and assist in preparation for depositions, hearings, and trials.Support pre‑trial preparation and attend trial as needed.Draft pleadings and discovery documents.Coordinate in‑person or electronic filing of pleadings/documents and arrange for service.Collect and summarize records.Assist with calendaring and docketing.Anticipate attorney needs and engage in occasional client interaction.Apply legal AI tools, learning and implementing new AI solutions.Meet an annual billable hour target of 1,500.Perform other duties as required.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Provide assistance to attorneys in fact investigation, legal research, document preparation and production, database management, docketing/case management, and overall client service.Learn and develop technical proficiency in database use and management; internet/electronic research; and project folder/electronic file maintenance.Independently organize and manage files or delegate similar tasks.Prepare materials for and assist in preparation for depositions, hearings, and trials.Pre‑trial preparation and trial attendance.Prepare draft pleadings and discovery.Coordinate in‑person or electronic filing of pleadings/documents and arrange for service.Collect and summarize records.Assist with calendaring/docketing.Anticipate attorney needs.Engage in occasional interaction with clients.Familiarity and experience with adopting legal AI and ability to learn and implement new AI.Meet annual billable hour target of 1,500.Perform other duties as required.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in commercial litigation.Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate preferred.Significant, substantive legal‑related experience may be considered in lieu of formal education at the discretion of the SBU Leader.OTHER DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Professional courtesy with clients and employees at all times; professional appearance required.Maintain a positive attitude under pressure.Experience with Relativity and other litigation support technology.Excellent organizational, time‑management and prioritization skills.Ability to work collaboratively within a team and adapt to changing business demands.High attention to detail and ability to produce quality final work product.Good judgment, decisiveness, and responsibility for deadlines.High level of professional integrity; maintain confidentiality and build trust.Strong oral and written communication skills.Ability to prioritize workflow and manage time.Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.Ability to build strong client relations by responding quickly to needs.Reliability and commitment to deliver on expectations.Proven success working in a fast‑paced, continually changing environment.Ability to independently handle all key duties.The firm will provide reasonable accommodations as necessary to allow an individual with a disability to apply for and/or perform the essential functions of this position.EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal Applicants Only.#J-18808-Ljbffr