Paralegal - Litigation 71972

This job is posted on behalf of R.L. Barclay & Associates by Top Echelon.

Our client, a growing Houston area law firm, is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join their Houston office. This role supports a busy commercial litigation practice handling large, complex matters. The ideal candidate is a seasoned paralegal who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is comfortable working with significant document productions, and takes ownership of their responsibilities from pre-suit through trial.

Key Responsibilities

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• Assist attorneys with all phases of discovery, including preparing discovery responses and managing document productions
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• Work with eDiscovery platforms to organize, review, and produce documents in large-scale litigation
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• Maintain and monitor case deadlines and docket entries across an active commercial litigation docket
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• Coordinate extensively with testifying and consulting experts, including scheduling, document exchange, and logistics
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• Support trial preparation and attend and assist at trial as needed
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• Communicate professionally with clients, co-counsel, and opposing counsel on case-related matters
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Qualifications

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• Minimum 5 years of litigation paralegal experience required; commercial litigation experience strongly preferred
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• Bachelor's degree strongly preferred; a combination of education and relevant experience will be considered
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• Proficient with local, state, and federal court filing rules and procedures
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• Hands-on experience with eDiscovery platforms (e.g., Relativity, Disco, or similar)
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• Strong proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat
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• Experience with document management systems; familiarity with iManage a plus
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• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills; able to manage multiple deadlines and shifting priorities under pressure
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• Professional, client-service focused attitude
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Work Environment

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• The firm offers competitive salary, excellent benefits, paid training, parking allowance, paid time off, and a business casual work environment.
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• Collaborative team environment with direct attorney interaction on significant matters
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Please reference job ID #71972.

About R.L. Barclay & Associates

Founded in 2012, R.L. Barclay & Associates has earned a strong reputation in the recruiting industry by consistently placing top-tier talent across a broad range of disciplines. Our areas of expertise include Legal, Mortgage, Banking, Sales, Marketing, Accounting, Information Technology, Human Resources, Administrative, Oil & Gas, and Engineering.

R.L. Barclay & Associates has successfully placed hundreds of experienced professionals in law firms and corporations throughout Texas, as well as in multiple states nationwide. To learn more about our company and the current openings in our network, please visit www.rlbarclay.com.