Commercial Litigation PI Paralegal

Burnett Specialists; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 57,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Burnett Specialists in Houston, TX seeks an experienced Personal Injury Paralegal to support a busy attorney handling commercial motor vehicle accident litigation. The role suits a highly organized litigation professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and participates throughout the life of complex matters.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in litigation paralegal work, with personal injury experience preferred, and a strong knowledge of Texas procedures.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Personal injury litigation experience strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting complex litigation matters.
• Strong knowledge of Texas litigation procedures.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, discovery, subpoenas, and correspondence
• Manage case files from inception through trial
• Coordinate discovery responses and document production
• Schedule depositions, mediations, expert meetings, and court appearances
• Maintain litigation deadlines and attorney calendars
• Prepare trial notebooks and exhibits
• Request and organize medical and business records
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel
• Assist attorneys throughout all phases of litigation

Skills

Litigation paralegal

Texas procedures

Case management

Organizational skills

Communication

Job description

A growing Houston plaintiff personal injury firm is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Paralegal to support a busy attorney handling commercial motor vehicle accident litigation. This position is ideal for a highly organized litigation professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys being involved throughout the life of complex litigation matters.

Position: Personal Injury Paralegal Location: Houston, TX | 100% In-Office Salary: up to $95K + benefits and generous bonuses

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, discovery, subpoenas, and correspondence
• Manage case files from inception through trial
• Coordinate discovery responses and document production
• Schedule depositions, mediations, expert meetings, and court appearances
• Maintain litigation deadlines and attorney calendars
• Prepare trial notebooks and exhibits
• Request and organize medical and business records
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel
• Assist attorneys throughout all phases of litigation

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience
• Personal injury litigation experience strongly preferred
• Experience supporting complex litigation matters
• Strong knowledge of Texas litigation procedures
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

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