Litigation Paralegal

Jackson Walker; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Walker, the largest law firm in Texas, is seeking a Litigation Paralegal in our Fort Worth office. The role provides legal and administrative support across eminent domain matters, helping with case development, property acquisitions, and litigation tracking.

Ideal candidates will have 1–2 years of paralegal experience in litigation, solid Microsoft Office skills, and familiarity with document management systems such as iManage. Strong organization and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Paralegal certification preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 1–2 years minimum of relevant paralegal experience required in litigation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with document management systems (iManage preferred).
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with moderate supervision while collaborating in a team environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in pre-litigation, litigation, and settlement.
• Draft routine legal documents, including pleadings, notices, correspondence, and discovery materials.
• Maintain case files and ensure accurate organization of all matter-related documents.
• Track deadlines, court dates, and key milestones for multiple matters
• Assist with preparation of discovery requests and responses, including document collection and organization.
• Prepare hearing and trial materials, including exhibits, witness files, and notebooks.
• Coordinate logistics for hearings, depositions, and meetings.
• Support attorneys during hearings and trial preparation as needed.
• Track and record time for all Firm-related tasks.
• Manage document storage within Firm systems (e.g., iManage).
• Assist with additional projects and duties as assigned

Skills

MS Office

iManage

Time management

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Confidentiality

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Paralegal certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Litigation Paralegal

Department: Paralegal

Reports To: Paralegal Committee

Location: Fort Worth

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Position Summary

Jackson Walker, the largest law firm in Texas, has an exciting full-time employment opportunity for an Eminent Domain Paralegal in our Fort Worth office. The Litigation Paralegal is responsible for providing legal and administrative support to attorneys in all phases of eminent domain and right-of-way matters. This role supports case development, property acquisition processes, and litigation by managing documents, coordinating with stakeholders, and maintaining detailed tracking of parcels and case activity. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple matters while working independently and collaborating with attorneys, clients, and third parties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Case & Matter Support

• Assist attorneys in pre-litigation, litigation, and settlement.
• Draft routine legal documents, including pleadings, notices, correspondence, and discovery materials.
• Maintain case files and ensure accurate organization of all matter-related documents.
• Track deadlines, court dates, and key milestones for multiple matters

Litigation & Hearing Support

• Assist with preparation of discovery requests and responses, including document collection and organization.
• Prepare hearing and trial materials, including exhibits, witness files, and notebooks.
• Coordinate logistics for hearings, depositions, and meetings.
• Support attorneys during hearings and trial preparation as needed.

Administrative & General Support

• Track and record time for all Firm-related tasks.
• Manage document storage within Firm systems (e.g., iManage).
• Assist with additional projects and duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Paralegal certification preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 1-2 years minimum of relevant paralegal experience required in litigation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with document management systems (iManage preferred).
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with moderate supervision while collaborating in a team environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.

Work Conditions

This position operates in a professional office environment with standard equipment. Occasional travel and extended hours may be required to meet business needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that employment decisions be based on job-related factors.