Clayton Services is searching for a Paralegal to join a growing financial services organization in Houston. The Paralegal will support legal and operational teams by preparing legal documentation, coordinating case activity, maintaining litigation calendars, and managing administrative processes associated with commercial recovery matters.
Job Type: Direct Hire Pay Rate: $22.00 - $26.00/hour Benefits: Medical, vision, life insurance, 401(k), PTO, paid holidays, and advancement opportunities.
Paralegal Responsibilities:
Prepare and maintain legal and operational case files
Draft correspondence, notices, legal documents, and supporting case materials
Coordinate filing activities and manage litigation-related deadlines
Maintain calendars for legal events, hearings, and case milestones
Review, organize, and track case documentation
Manage electronic filing activities and document submissions
Assist with client reporting and status updates
Support attorneys and legal operations personnel with administrative projects
Coordinate communications with third parties, vendors, and outside counsel
Maintain accurate records and database information
Assist with general office administration and document management functions
Paralegal Skills and Abilities:
Strong legal document preparation and proofreading skills
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Strong organizational and file management skills
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities
Detail-oriented with exceptional accuracy
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
Strong time management and follow-through skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to coordinate and manage legal calendars and case deadlines
Strong administrative and project coordination abilities
Ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative team environment
Experience utilizing legal case management, document management, or CRM systems preferred
Paralegal Education and Experience:
Associate's degree, Paralegal Certificate, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
Minimum 3 years of legal support, legal assistant, paralegal, or related experience required
Paralegal certification strongly preferred
Experience supporting litigation, collections, creditor rights, bankruptcy, commercial law, or related legal practice areas preferred
Experience coordinating with attorneys, clients, courts, and third-party vendors preferred
Experience utilizing legal case management software, document management systems, or Salesforce preferred
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications required
Paralegal - Immediate need. Apply today!
Numbers & Facts
Location
Houston, TX
Industry
Staffing/Employment Agencies
Salary
$22–$26 Per Year
Company Size
100 to 499 employees
Year Founded
1984
Website
http://www.claytonpersonnel.com
About Company
Clayton Servies is a Houston-based staffing and recruiting firm. For over 37 years, Clayton Services has been helping talented job seekers find great job opportunities with leading companies including multiple Fortune 1000 organizations. Apply today to make your job search easy!