Litigation Paralegal

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support a busy litigation practice. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of six years of litigation experience and be comfortable managing a high-volume docket while supporting multiple attorneys.

This position will work closely with partners and associates on all stages of litigation, including case management, discovery, pleadings, hearings, trials, and court filings. The successful candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities while meeting critical deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

Litigation & Case Management

• Manage a high-volume litigation docket from case initiation through resolution.
• Maintain accurate case files, records, deadlines, and litigation calendars.
• Calendar discovery deadlines, court appearances, hearings, depositions, trial dates, and other critical deadlines.
• Monitor case schedules and proactively communicate upcoming deadlines to attorneys.
• Assist attorneys with case preparation and day-to-day litigation needs.
• Support multiple attorneys while effectively prioritizing competing assignments.

Pleadings & Discovery

• Draft and prepare correspondence, pleading shells, discovery responses, and other litigation documents.
• Assist with preparing discovery requests, responses, objections, and related documentation.
• Organize and maintain discovery materials and case documentation.
• Conduct legal and internet research as needed to support litigation matters.
• Assist with document review, production, and organization in connection with discovery.
• Coordinate with attorneys and other parties regarding discovery and case-related matters.

Hearings & Trial Support

• Prepare hearing and trial notebooks, exhibits, witness materials, and other trial-related documents.
• Assist attorneys with trial and hearing preparation.
• Organize and maintain exhibits and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate logistics and documentation for hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials.
• Provide administrative and litigation support before and during court proceedings.

Court Filings & Legal Technology

• Prepare and file documents in both state and federal courts.
• Ensure filings comply with applicable court rules, procedures, and deadlines.
• Manage electronic filings and retrieve court documents through applicable filing systems.
• Maintain electronic case files and ensure documents are properly organized and accessible.
• Utilize legal research, case management, e-discovery, and document management platforms as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Experience managing a high-volume litigation docket.
• Strong understanding of litigation procedures, discovery, and court deadlines.
• Familiarity with Texas Rules of Civil Procedure (TRCP) and discovery protocols preferred.
• Experience filing documents in both state and federal courts.
• Strong knowledge of litigation case management and calendaring.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and legal staff.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy under tight deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and shifting priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Willingness to work occasional overtime, including as needed for hearings, trials, and other time-sensitive matters.

Technical Skills

Proficiency with:

• Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Adobe Acrobat
• Westlaw or comparable legal research platforms
• PACER/ECF
• E-filing systems
• Strong internet research tools and techniques

Preferred Experience

• Experience with TrialDirector or similar trial presentation software.
• Experience with e-discovery platforms and electronic document review systems.
• Experience supporting complex commercial litigation, civil litigation, or other high-volume litigation practices.