Position: Personal Injury Trial Paralegal
Law firm in Houston seeks a paralegal to be a part of a litigation legal team assisting attorneys to work on cases of individuals and families who have experienced catastrophic losses caused by defective consumer products and corporate wrongdoing. The ideal candidate will be adept at working with others, highly organized, dependable and possess a strong work ethic.
This position will expand your skillset and keep you intellectually stimulated. You will be rewarded with the fulfilling experience of helping obtain justice for people who have been harmed by wrongdoers.
Responsibilities:
In this position, you will collaborate with lawyers, and other team members handling paralegal responsibilities focusing on drafting lawsuits and discovery in addition to trial preparation on litigation cases involving multimillion-dollar product liability negligence cases.
This is a unique position with the opportunity for direct mentorship by highly respected attorneys and legal professionals, personal growth, and career advancement.
Required Qualifications and Skills:
· Excellent written and oral communication skills
· Experience in drafting pleadings, discovery, and trial preparation
· Knowledge of court rules
· Excellent organization skills and attention to detail
· Ability to work both independently and as member of team
· Professional attitude and strong work ethic
· Passion to obtain justice for victims of defective products and corporate wrongdoing
· Interest in holding multinational corporations and government accountable for wrongdoing
· Bachelors degree required
· Five plus years experience in the paralegal field
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