Litigation Paralegal

Texas-based civil trial law firm

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Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a Texas-based civil trial firm representing businesses and individuals, with our attorneys bringing more than 400 years of combined litigation and courtroom experience. The firm focuses on areas including insurance defense, construction litigation, premises liability, and commercial trucking and auto litigation.

Why join us?

• Competitive Base Salary!
• 401K match, PTO, and excellent benefits!
• Accelerated Career Growth!

Job Details

Responsibilities:
1. Assist attorneys in all aspects of trial preparation including conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and organizing and managing case files.
2. Coordinate and manage the discovery process, including drafting and responding to discovery requests, preparing and reviewing document productions, and organizing and managing electronic and hard copy documents.
3. Assist in the preparation of pleadings, legal memoranda, briefs, and other legal documents.
4. Conduct legal research and analysis to support case development and assist in the preparation of case strategies.
5. Manage and coordinate communication with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
6. Assist in deposition preparation, including preparing witness files, exhibits, and deposition outlines.
7. Attend trials as required, assist in jury selection, and coordinate witness schedules.
8. Maintain and update case management system and ensure compliance with court deadlines.
9. Assist in the preparation and filing of court documents, including motions, briefs, and other pleadings.

Qualifications:
1. A minimum of 5 years of paralegal experience with a strong emphasis on litigation, specifically insurance defense and civil litigation.
2. Bachelor's degree in law or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
3. Paralegal certification is strongly preferred.
4. Proficiency in legal research tools, such as Westlaw or LexisNexis.
5. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
6. Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
7. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
8. Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
9. Strong attention to detail, with the ability to identify and solve problems efficiently.
10. High level of ethical standards and professional integrity.

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