Commercial Litigation Paralegal - DTX

LHH; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parking

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with profit-sharing eligibility

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Disability coverage

Job summary

LHH in Dallas is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Paralegal to support up to five litigators in a team-oriented environment. The role involves handling matters from inception through trial, with responsibility for discovery, document management, and litigation support.

The position offers hybrid flexibility, a full-time schedule, and opportunities to work on sophisticated commercial matters. Applicants should have 3+ years in litigation, a paralegal certificate or degree, and strong

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Experience in commercial litigation, trucking defense, or insurance defense strongly preferred.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience tracking and recording billable time.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery, notices, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Manage heavy discovery and document production.
• Organize and maintain large-scale case files and litigation databases.
• Coordinate and maintain case calendars, deadlines, and filings.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw and LexisNexis.
• Review, analyze, and summarize depositions, records, and other case documents.
• Investigate factual issues and assist with witness interviews and case preparation.
• Support trial preparation, including exhibits and document management.
• File pleadings and court documents in state and federal courts.
• Assist attorneys with high-volume commercial and trucking litigation matters.

Skills

Litigation paralegal

Discovery management

Legal research

Billable time

MS Office

Education

Paralegal certificate

Undergraduate degree

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

Commercial Litigation Paralegal

Turtle Creek Area | Dallas, TX | Hybrid Flexibility Available

Are you an experienced litigation paralegal looking for an opportunity to work on sophisticated commercial litigation matters while being part of a collaborative, supportive team? A highly regarded law firm with a national reputation and a "small firm feel" is seeking aCommercial Litigation Paralegalto join its Dallas office in the prestigiousTurtle Creek area. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside accomplished litigators on complex, high-profile matters from case inception through trial.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: $65,000 - $85,000 annually, depending on experience

Benefits Include:

• Paid parking
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Free telehealth coverage
• 401(k) with profit-sharing eligibility
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Parental leave benefits
• Caregiver support programs
• Pet insurance
• Discount gym memberships
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development and in-house training opportunities

Position Overview

This paralegal will support up to five commercial litigators and work closely with a legal assistant in a team-oriented environment. The position handles matters from inception through trial and case resolution, with significant responsibility for discovery, document management, and litigation support.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery, notices, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Manage heavy discovery and document production
• Organize and maintain large-scale case files and litigation databases
• Coordinate and maintain case calendars, deadlines, and filings
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw and LexisNexis
• Review, analyze, and summarize depositions, records, and other case documents
• Investigate factual issues and assist with witness interviews and case preparation
• Support trial preparation, including exhibits, notebooks, and document management
• File pleadings and court documents in state and federal courts
• Assist attorneys with high-volume commercial and trucking litigation matters

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience
• Experience incommercial litigation, trucking defense, or insurance defensestrongly preferred
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong experience managing discovery and document-intensive matters
• Experience tracking and recording billable time
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Paralegal certificate or undergraduate degree preferred
• Bilingual Spanish is a plus, but not required

Please Note

• Candidates withplaintiff personal injury backgrounds will not be considered
• Experience in commercial defense, trucking defense, or similar litigation practices is strongly preferred

Schedule & Work Environment

• Full-time, 40-hour work week
• Primarily in-office inTurtle Creek area of Dallas
• Potential hybrid schedule (3 days in office / 2 days remote) after training and team approval
• Flexible work arrangements available on a case-by-case basis
• Annual billable requirement:1,650 hours

Why Join This Firm?

• Work alongside highly respected commercial litigators
• Handle sophisticated litigation matters from start to finish
• Collaborative culture with strong support staff and leadership
• Opportunity for long-term professional growth and advancement
• National-caliber practice with a collegial, team-oriented atmosphere

If you are a proactive litigation paralegal seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity in Dallas, we encourage you to apply today or contact me at [e-mail]

Pay Details: $65,000.00 to $85,000.00 per year

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