Litigation Paralegal

jw; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Walker in Fort Worth seeks an Eminent Domain Paralegal to support lawyers across eminent domain matters, from case development to property acquisition and litigation. The role emphasizes organizing parcels, tracking milestones, and ensuring thorough documentation.

The successful candidate will have strong organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple matters independently while collaborating with attorneys, clients, and third parties.

Qualifications

• Paralegal experience in litigation preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Paralegal certification preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in pre-litigation, litigation, and settlement.
• Draft pleadings, notices, correspondence, and discovery materials.
• Maintain and organize case files; track deadlines for multiple matters.
• Prepare hearing materials and coordinate logistics for hearings.
• Track time and manage document storage in firm systems (iManage).
• Support with depositions and trial preparation as needed.

Skills

Eminent Domain

Paralegal experience

Microsoft Office

Document management

Time management

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Paralegal certification preferred

Tools

iManage

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements.

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.

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