Discovery Paralegal: High-Volume Discovery & Trial Prep

Scott & Associates, PC; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Scott & Associates, PC, a well-established debt recovery firm, seeks a Discovery Paralegal to join the Plano, TX team. You will manage the full discovery lifecycle, draft responses, and prepare case files for trial, acting as the central hub for evidence gathering and filings.

You will draft discovery documents, review account notes and statements, verify affidavits, and monitor court deadlines using firm software. Strong attention to detail and litigation experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of paralegal experience, preferably in creditors' rights or debt collection.
• Associate degree, Bachelor's degree, or ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate.
• Proficiency with legal research, Texas EFile portal, and case management software.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage a high-volume case portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Draft discovery documents including interrogatories and requests.
• Manage evidence compilation from account notes, contracts, and statements.
• Coordinate verifications and affidavits with internal operations.
• Maintain case tracking and monitor deadlines to prevent defaults.
• Identify deficient disclosures and missing assets.
• Execute electronic filing with state, federal, and bankruptcy courts.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Creditors' rights

Debt collection

Financial services litigation

Education

ABA-approved paralegal program

Tools

Texas EFile portal

Case management software

Job description

Scott & Associates, PC, a well-established debt recovery firm, seeks a Discovery Paralegal to join the Plano, TX team. You will manage the full discovery lifecycle, draft responses, and prepare case files for trial, acting as the central hub for evidence gathering and filings.

You will draft discovery documents, review account notes and statements, verify affidavits, and monitor court deadlines using firm software. Strong attention to detail and litigation experience are preferred.