Litigation Paralegal

Bush and Bush Law Group; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Litigation Paralegal to enhance their team. This role involves leading and mentoring paralegals, crafting precise legal documents, and developing tailored discovery strategies. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fully remote environment while maintaining high standards of legal excellence. Join a supportive and innovative firm where your contributions will significantly impact the growth and success of the practice. With competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development, this is a chance to elevate your legal career.

Benefits

Flexible Work Arrangements

Performance Bonuses

Career Advancement Opportunities

Supportive Leadership Team

Work-Life Balance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of paralegal experience in Texas Plaintiff's Personal Injury Law.
• Proficient in drafting legal documents and developing strategies independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor paralegal staff to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Draft comprehensive legal documents and manage court deadlines.

Skills

Legal Drafting

Discovery Strategy Development

Jury Charge Crafting

Evidence Analysis

Deadline Management

Leadership and Training

Education

Paralegal Certification

Bachelor's Degree in Legal Studies

Job description

Company and Role Overview:

Bush & Bush Law Group is a distinguished Plaintiff's Personal Injury Law Firm specializing in auto accidents, semi-trucking accidents, employment law, and sexual assault cases. We are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal with expertise in Texas law to join our team. This role demands exceptional legal acumen, precision, and leadership in guiding and enhancing our paralegal team. The ideal candidate will possess advanced legal drafting skills, a strategic mindset, and the ability to independently craft comprehensive legal documents.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervision & Training: Lead, mentor, and develop our foreign paralegal staff, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency in their work.
• Discovery Craftsmanship: Independently propound and respond to discovery requests from scratch, without reliance on pre-made templates. Develop tailored discovery strategies based on case specifics and legal requirements.
• Jury Charge Development: Prepare precise jury charges that identify critical elements needed for successful case outcomes. Utilize these charges to draft petitions, complaints, and targeted discovery to gather key evidence.
• Legal Drafting: Draft comprehensive petitions, pleadings, and complaints for cases in both state and federal courts, addressing all relevant legal elements and strategic objectives.
• Evidence Analysis: Review and analyze discovery records and evidence, draft motions to compel as necessary, and ensure complete and accurate case presentation.
• Deadline Management: Monitor and adhere to court deadlines and statutes, ensuring timely and error-free submission of legal documents.
• Trial Preparation: Assemble comprehensive trial binders and materials to support attorneys in court.
• Motion Drafting: Draft legal motions, applying in-depth analysis and clear legal argumentation.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of paralegal experience in Texas Plaintiff's Personal Injury Law, with exposure to complex litigation.
• Expertise: Ability to independently draft and respond to discovery requests and develop legal strategies from scratch.
• Skills: Proficient in crafting jury charges, aligning petitions and discovery with case elements, with excellent organizational and critical thinking skills.
• Leadership: Capable of training, supervising, and inspiring junior and foreign paralegals.
• Remote Work Capability: Effective in a fully remote environment while maintaining high standards.

Benefits:

• Positive Culture: Join a supportive and innovative leadership team.
• Impactful Role: Play a key role in the growth of the firm.
• Compensation: Competitive salary, performance bonuses, and benefits.
• Growth: Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

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