Our client, a premier boutique litigation law firm located in Houston, has a great opportunity available for an experienced Litigation Paralegal.
The firm is committed to providing exceptional legal representation to its clients and is seeking a sharp, self-driven Paralegal who thrives in a fast-paced courtroom-centric environment.
The Paralegal is an integral member of their team as the person who fills this role is someone who our attorneys rely on, trust, and couldnt go to trial without. The ideal candidate is someone who takes ownership, anticipates needs before they arise, and treats every deadline as non-negotiable.
Key Responsibilities
Draft, proofread and format pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and correspondence
Manage and organize case files using the firms document management system
Coordinate and track litigation deadlines across multiple active matters using firm calendaring system
Assist with e-discovery production, including collection coordination, document review support, Bates-stamping, privilege log preparation and production packaging
Prepare and index deposition, hearing, trial exhibits
Assist with deposition, mediation, hearing and trail preparation including exhibit binders, witness files and demonstrative aids
Assist attorneys at hearings and trials as needed
Coordinate logistics for out-of-town hearings, depositions and trials, including attorney travel arrangements and reserving conference or meeting rooms at appropriate venues
Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, co-counsel(s), courts and vendors
E-file documents in state and federal courts per local rules
Maintain accurate record of billable time, entering time entries with sufficient narrative detail to support client invoicing
Qualifications
Required 3+ years of experience in a civil defense litigation law firm
Paralegal certificate and/or Associates/Bachelors degree, or 5+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Professional appearance and demeanor
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Proficiency with Adobe and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)