Construction Litigation Paralegal : Hybrid

Jobot; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

401(k) with employer matching

Medical and health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Construction Litigation Paralegal to join its hybrid Houston team. The role supports the Construction Practice Group from case inception through hearings, trial, arbitration, and appeals, collaborating with attorneys on complex disputes.

The candidate will have a strong litigation background, excellent organization, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and paralegal certificate or degree in Paralegal Studies preferred.
• 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience, ideally supporting complex commercial or construction-related matters.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, court rules, and case management practices.
• Experience supporting matters through all phases of litigation, arbitration, and trial preparation.
• Experience with Relativity, Opus 2, and OnCue is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Partner with attorneys to manage litigation and arbitration matters from inception through trial, hearings, and appeals.
• Provide hands-on trial and hearing support using litigation presentation software such as OnCue.
• Manage calendars, court filings, deadlines, and procedural requirements.
• Draft and prepare pleadings, subpoenas, deposition notices, and other litigation documents.
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files.
• Conduct legal and factual research using Westlaw and other research platforms.
• Support discovery, including document review, productions, redactions, Bates labeling, and exhibit management.
• Analyze, organize, and summarize key case materials to support litigation strategy.
• Coordinate depositions, witnesses, and trial logistics with attorneys, clients, experts, and vendors.
• Manage eDiscovery workflows, including ESI protocols, Relativity review databases, and productions.
• Maintain Opus 2 databases, deposition transcripts, exhibits, and designation records.

Skills

Litigation paralegal experience

Relativity

OnCue

Opus 2

Westlaw

Education

Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Relativity

Opus 2

OnCue

Job description

Construction Litigation Paralegal : Hybrid

$85000 - $95000 per year | Houston, TX | Hybrid | Permanent

Hybrid Experienced Construction Litigation Paralegal | National Law Firm : Great Bonuses

A bit about us:

An established and highly regarded national law firm is seeking an experienced Construction Litigation Paralegal to join its dynamic Construction Practice Group in Houston, Texas. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in some of the firm's most complex and high-profile construction disputes. Working closely with a talented team of attorneys, you will provide comprehensive litigation and arbitration support throughout the entire matter lifecycle, from case inception through hearings, trial, arbitration, and appeals.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven legal environment. Previous construction litigation and arbitration experience is highly desirable.

Why join us?

• Competitive base salary
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Medical and health insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Potential bonus opportunities, subject to the firm's bonus structure

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with attorneys to manage litigation and arbitration matters from inception through trial, hearings, and appeals.
• Provide hands-on trial and hearing support using litigation presentation software such as OnCue.
• Manage calendars, court filings, deadlines, and procedural requirements.
• Draft and prepare pleadings, subpoenas, deposition notices, and other litigation documents.
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files.
• Conduct legal and factual research using Westlaw and other research platforms.
• Support discovery, including document review, productions, redactions, Bates labeling, and exhibit management.
• Analyze, organize, and summarize key case materials to support litigation strategy.
• Coordinate depositions, witnesses, and trial logistics with attorneys, clients, experts, and vendors.
• Manage eDiscovery workflows, including ESI protocols, Relativity review databases, and productions.
• Maintain Opus 2 databases, deposition transcripts, exhibits, and designation records.
• Build strong working relationships with attorneys, clients, court personnel, and external vendors.
• Successfully manage multiple high-priority matters in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and paralegal certificate, or degree in Paralegal Studies preferred.
• 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience, ideally supporting complex commercial or construction-related matters.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, court rules, and case management practices.
• Experience supporting matters through all phases of litigation, arbitration, and trial preparation.
• Experience with Relativity, Opus 2, and OnCue is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, proofreading, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism when handling confidential information.
• Flexibility to work additional hours when required to support client demands, hearings, and trial schedules.

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