Litigation Paralegal

Vedder Opportunities; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Bonus Program

Retirement Planning

Health and Wellness Programs

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Employee Recognition Programs

Work-Life Balance

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

Vedder Opportunities is seeking a Litigation Paralegal for their Dallas office. The role includes assisting attorneys with case management from start to finish, managing eDiscovery, and preparing legal documents. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience and a Bachelor's degree. The position offers a hybrid work model and numerous benefits, including competitive salary, bonuses, and health plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of work experience as a litigation paralegal.
• Proficiency in using litigation support software for managing files and transcripts.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with substantive and administrative responsibilities throughout the case lifecycle.
• Manage and organize large volumes of documents including eDiscovery.
• Prepare templates and drafts for legal documents and trial materials.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Research skills

Verbal and written communication

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

ABA-approved paralegal certificate preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Relativity

Opus2 Magnum

Adobe

Job description

Requisition Number: LITIG002005

• Posted : April 28, 2026
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

Locations

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Description

Vedder's Dallas office is looking for a Litigation Paralegal. The Litigation Paralegal will assist attorneys with various substantive and administrative responsibilities from case inception to resolution, as well as coordinate and oversee all case-related eDiscovery with the assistance of the eDiscovery team.

As a Paralegal, your duties will include but not be limited to:

• Participate in initial client and witness interviews, investigations, fact analysis and conference calls as needed.
• Coordinate/run background searches, public records research, arbitrator searches and bio summaries.
• Analyze documentary evidence, including preparation of chronologies, timelines, etc.
• Coordinate with outside vendors and agencies such as court reporters, court personnel, eDiscovery vendors, etc.
• Assist with proofreading, cite and fact checking, case law retrieval, shepardizing, and citation verification. Research local rules and procedures.
• eDiscovery: Manage and organize large volume of documents, especially client document collections. Perform complex searches, review and manage large discovery matters within Relativity and other web-accessible review platforms. Coordinate and collaborate with eDiscovery staff to ensure legal team needs are defined and met.
• Assist with compiling data and running data analytics.
• Prepare templates and initial drafts of pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and related legal documents.
• Prepare deposition testimony categorization using Opus2 Magnum or another deposition review tool.
• Knowledge of filing/e‑filing procedures and coordinate with the Docketing Department regarding filing.
• Supply factual support for statement of facts (reviewing declarations, depositions and documents) and draft initial statements.
• Trial Support: Organize and prepare trial materials, specifically pleadings, witness prep materials, trial notebooks, exhibits, deposition designations and demonstratives. Attend and assist attorneys in the courtroom at hearing, trial and arbitrations. Use digital presentation tools in the courtroom.
• Provide direction and guidance to project assistants assigned to case team.
• 1500 billable hours target.
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize, attention to detail, and muti-tasking to meet competing demands.
• Excellent research, verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency using the internet for fact research
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Must be available to work overtime and travel, as needed.
• This role is hybrid and will require at least three days of work in the office

Qualifications & Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• ABA‑approved paralegal certificate preferred.
• Minimum of 5 + years of work experience as a litigation paralegal in a law firm or a specialized litigation practice firm.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be proficient in the following software:

• Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
• Experience using litigation support software for managing files and transcripts preferred. (e.g., Relativity, Everlaw, Opus2 Magnum, and Adobe).
• Experience with deposition management software and document management software.

Benefits

Our comprehensive Total Rewards Package includes:

• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive base salary commensurate with skills and experience.
• Bonus Program: Discretionary annual bonus program.
• Retirement Planning: Discretionary profit sharing and 401(k) matching to help you plan for your future.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, along with optional health savings and flexible spending accounts, firm-paid Life and Disability benefits, and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
• Paid Time Off: Competitive time off package including vacation days, paid holidays, sick time and personal days.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth through firm provided training programs.
• Employee Recognition: Anniversary and Vedder Praise Programs to celebrate your achievements and milestones.
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work model and family-friendly policies.
• Additional Perks: Employee discount program, pre-tax commuter benefits, back up child & elder care, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center discounts and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vedder Price P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We participate in E-verify.

Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Vedder Recruiting Team at [e-mail].

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