Litigation Paralegal

Allensworth | Texas Construction Lawyers; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

401K

Paid vacation/sick leave

Parking stipend

Downtown Austin office space withClass

Gym access

Job summary

Allensworth seeks a full-time Litigation Paralegal for its downtown Austin office. The ideal candidate is energetic, proactive, and process-driven, able to support multiple attorneys in a fast-paced construction law practice.

Responsibilities include managing complex multiparty lawsuits, calendaring deadlines, drafting pleadings and discovery, e-filing, preparing deposition support, and maintaining case files. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds is possible. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• B.A. and/or paralegal certificate; litigation experience preferred
• Qualified candidates will have excellent writing, communication, time-management, and organizational skills
• Candidates should possess a strong attention to detail, exhibit a polished, professional, friendly demeanor, and work well in a team environment
• Proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, Adobe, Teams/Zoom/etc., iManage and time-keeping system required
• This job may include lifting items up to 50 pounds

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day management of complex, multiparty lawsuits for multiple attorneys, including management of incoming and outgoing documents and all scheduling needs
• Calendaring and monitoring litigation deadlines and assisting attorneys with management of same
• Prepare first draft shell pleadings, subpoenas, discovery requests and responses, motions, and orders
• Prepare documents for production (review for privilege and Bates label)
• Edit, format, proofread and finalize various documents
• Compose transmittal and other correspondence to opposing counsel, court administrators, litigation support vendors, insurers, etc.
• Electronic filing of court documents
• Prepare and provide support for depositions, hearings, trial, and arbitration
• Maintain client and general files, service lists, and case information
• Timely handling of case-related administrative duties, including conflicts checks, client engagement letters, calendaring, travel arrangements, opening and closing of files, etc.
• Perform overflow work on an as-needed basis

Skills

Writing

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

B.A. or paralegal certificate

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Adobe Acrobat

Teams/Zoom

iManage

Time-keeping system

Job description

Allensworth, a busy and growing commercial construction law firm, seeks a full-time Litigation Paralegal in its downtown Austin office.

Summary of Responsibilities

The ideal candidate is energetic, positive, proactive, and process-driven, can take initiative and direction in a team-oriented environment, and is comfortable working at a fast-paced, busy law firm. Working in close partnership with our attorneys, paralegals, and professional staff, the Litigation Paralegal will have the following key responsibilities:

• Day-to-day management of complex, multiparty lawsuits for multiple attorneys, including management of incoming and outgoing documents and all scheduling needs
• Calendaring and monitoring litigation deadlines and assisting attorneys with management of same
• Prepare first draft shell pleadings, subpoenas, discovery requests and responses, motions, and orders
• Prepare documents for production (review for privilege and Bates label)
• Edit, format, proofread and finalize various documents
• Compose transmittal and other correspondence to opposing counsel, court administrators, litigation support vendors, insurers, etc.
• Electronic filing of court documents
• Prepare and provide support for depositions, hearings, trial, and arbitration
• Maintain client and general files, service lists, and case information
• Timely handling of case-related administrative duties, including conflicts checks, client engagement letters, calendaring, travel arrangements, opening and closing of files, etc.
• Perform overflow work on an as-needed basis

Requirements

• B.A. and/or paralegal certificate; litigation experience preferred
• Qualified candidates will have excellent writing, communication, time-management, and organizational skills
• Candidates should possess a strong attention to detail, exhibit a polished, professional, friendly demeanor, and work well in a team environment
• Proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, Adobe, Teams/Zoom/etc., iManage and time-keeping system required
• This job may include lifting items up to 50 pounds

Competitive salary, health, dental, 401K, paid vacation/sick leave, parking stipend, downtown Austin office space with Class A amenities, including gym access.

About the Firm

Allensworth is a unique place to work. We designed it that way. Our firm combines excellence in construction law with a serious, ongoing commitment to collegiality, teamwork, and authenticity. We hire real people who love what they do and who enjoy being part of a close-knit, positive team that’s dedicated to serving our clients.

Allensworth focuses exclusively on the practice of construction law. For 30 years, we’ve handled complex construction matters throughout all phases of a construction project, from the first notice of a claim to the last appeal, for clients in virtually every sector of the commercial construction industry. Our 360-degree view of the industry and singular focus on construction law allows us to provide clients with comprehensive insight, education, and strategies to minimize risk, accomplish business objectives, and resolve disputes.

For more information on what it’s like to work with us, visit allensworthlaw.com/careers.