Litigation Paralegal

Consilio LLC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, vision

Disability insurance

Life/AD&D

401k matching

Job summary

Consilio LLC is assisting a regional firm in Dallas, TX to hire a Litigation/Trial Paralegal. The role supports attorneys through all litigation phases with a strong emphasis on trial preparation and courtroom support.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of heavy litigation experience, an associate degree or paralegal certification, and strong case management and documentation skills. This on-site position offers a competitive benefits package and a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and/or Paralegal Certification required.
• 10+ years of heavy litigation experience required.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys through all phases of litigation, with emphasis on trial prep.
• Manage and maintain calendar for deadlines.
• Assist with document production and case file review.
• Prepare trial binders, exhibits, and witness files.
• Coordinate subpoenas and trial witnesses.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and trial-related documents.
• Provide in-court support during trial and exhibit management.
• Proofread materials per firm standards.
• Conduct legal and factual research as needed.

Skills

Litigation experience

Paralegal Certification

Case management

Deadline management

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Multi-state litigation

Education

Associate degree

Paralegal certificate

Job description

Consilio's direct hire recruiting team is working with a highly regarded regional firm that is seeking to hire a Trial Paralegal to join their Dallas, TX office. This position is not with Consilio directly; it is a direct hire, permanent opportunity with the law firm.

About the Role:

Our client is seeking an experienced Litigation/Trial Paralegal to support attorneys through all phases of litigation, with a strong emphasis on trial preparation and courtroom support. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, thrives under pressure, and has hands‑on experience supporting trials from inception through verdict. Responsibilities include:

• Scheduling appointments and meetings for attorneys
• Managing and maintaining calendar for deadlines; ensuring important dates are recorded on the master calendar
• Managing and assisting attorneys with document production; preparing and reviewing case files
• Assisting attorneys with all aspects of trial preparation and courtroom proceedings
• Preparing, organizing, and managing trial binders, exhibits, demonstratives, and witness files
• Coordinating and preparing subpoenas, trial witnesses, and expert witnesses
• Drafting and filing pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and trial-related documents
• Managing and reviewing discovery, including document production and exhibit lists
• Coordinating logistics for trials, hearings, depositions, and mediations
• Maintaining case calendars, deadlines, and trial schedules
• Conducting legal and factual research as needed
• Providing in‑court support during trial, including exhibit management and technology support
• Proofreading prepared materials to ensure documents are free from typographical and grammatical errors and formatted according to Firm standards.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

About You:

• Associate’s degree and/or Paralegal Certification
• 10+ years of heavy litigation experience is required
• Strong understanding of litigation & mass tort terms
• Case management skills including a strong aptitude for managing and prioritizing multiple projects and deadlines
• Ability to manage and meet competing deadlines and priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as analytical, problem solving, and decision‑making skills
• Deadline and detail oriented
• Excellent organization and problem‑solving skills; must be able to maintain a high case volume
• Multi‑state federal litigation is a plus

What the Firm Offers:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive and generous benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, short‑term, and long‑term disability, and life/AD&D
• Matching 401k, up to 6% match
• Collaborative and diverse work environment
• Compensation based on experience

Consilio, LLC is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.