Litigation Paralegal

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development

Top Workplace recognition by Houston/?

Job summary

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP in Houston is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support complex construction disputes from inception through arbitration. You will partner with attorneys, manage calendars, filings, and deadlines, draft routine pleadings, and coordinate discovery and trial logistics.

The role requires five or more years of paralegal experience in litigation and a paralegal certificate or degree in Paralegal Studies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and paralegal certificate, or degree in Paralegal Studies preferred.
• Five or more years of litigation paralegal experience, ideally supporting complex commercial or construction‑related matters.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, court rules, and case management practices.
• Experience supporting matters through all phases of litigation, arbitration, and trial preparation.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, proofreading, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.
• Flexibility to work additional hours as needed to support client demands, hearings, and trial schedules.

Responsibilities

• Partner with attorneys to manage litigation and arbitration matters from inception through trial, hearing, and appeal.
• Provide hands‑on trial and hearing support using litigation presentation software such as OnCue.
• Coordinate case strategy by managing calendars, court filings, deadlines, and procedural requirements.
• Draft and prepare routine pleadings, subpoenas, deposition notices, and other litigation documents.
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files to ensure seamless case management.
• Conduct legal and factual research using Westlaw and other industry‑leading research tools.
• Support discovery efforts, including document review, productions, redactions, Bates labeling, and exhibit management.
• Analyze, organize, and summarize key case materials to support litigation strategy.
• Coordinate depositions, witnesses, and trial logistics with attorneys, clients, experts, and vendors.
• Manage eDiscovery workflows, including ESI protocols, Relativity review databases, and productions.
• Maintain Opus 2 databases, deposition transcripts, exhibits, and designation records.
• Build strong working relationships through professional communication with clients, attorneys, court personnel, and vendors.
• Successfully manage multiple high‑priority matters in a collaborative, deadline‑driven environment.

Skills

Litigation support

Trial preparation

Case management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Paralegal certificate

Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies

Tools

OnCue

Westlaw

Relativity

Opus 2

Job description

Join Bradley’s dynamic Construction Practice Group and play a critical role in some of the firm’s most complex and high-profile construction disputes.

As a Litigation Paralegal, you will partner closely with attorneys throughout every stage of the litigation process, from case inception through arbitration. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced litigation professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex challenges, and wants to make a meaningful impact on significant construction matters.

Experience with construction litigation and arbitrations is a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with attorneys to manage litigation and arbitration matters from inception through trial, hearing, and appeal.
• Provide hands‑on trial and hearing support using litigation presentation software such as OnCue.
• Coordinate case strategy by managing calendars, court filings, deadlines, and procedural requirements.
• Draft and prepare routine pleadings, subpoenas, deposition notices, and other litigation documents.
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files to ensure seamless case management.
• Conduct legal and factual research using Westlaw and other industry‑leading research tools.
• Support discovery efforts, including document review, productions, redactions, Bates labeling, and exhibit management.
• Analyze, organize, and summarize key case materials to support litigation strategy.
• Coordinate depositions, witnesses, and trial logistics with attorneys, clients, experts, and vendors.
• Manage eDiscovery workflows, including ESI protocols, Relativity review databases, and productions.
• Maintain Opus 2 databases, deposition transcripts, exhibits, and designation records.
• Build strong working relationships through professional communication with clients, attorneys, court personnel, and vendors.
• Successfully manage multiple high‑priority matters in a collaborative, deadline‑driven environment.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree and paralegal certificate, or degree in Paralegal Studies preferred.
• Five or more years of litigation paralegal experience, ideally supporting complex commercial or construction‑related matters.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, court rules, and case management practices.
• Experience supporting matters through all phases of litigation, arbitration, and trial preparation.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, proofreading, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.
• Flexibility to work additional hours as needed to support client demands, hearings, and trial schedules.

Why Join Bradley?

At Bradley, you’ll be more than a team member—you’ll be a trusted litigation professional working alongside some of the most respected attorneys in the industry. We invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow, learn, and advance your career.

We offer:

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement benefits.
• Robust professional development, training, and growth opportunities.
• A collaborative, supportive, and team‑oriented culture.
• The opportunity to work on sophisticated, high‑profile construction litigation and arbitration matters.
• A workplace recognized by the Houston Chronicle as a Top Workplace, reflecting our commitment to employee engagement and professional success.