Litigation Paralegal

FBT Gibbons LLP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Paid parental leave

Wellbeing and EAP programs

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan with employer‑s

Job summary

FBT Gibbons LLP, a national law firm serving middle-market companies, seeks a Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in the Business Litigation Practice Group. The role focuses on case management throughout the litigation process and requires prior experience.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of litigation experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to juggle multiple time-sensitive assignments while delivering high-quality support to attorneys and clients.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation support experience.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Research statutes, cases, and legal articles.
• Prepare briefs, pleadings, and appeals for review.
• Investigate facts and law to determine causes of action.
• Manage discovery materials electronically and physically.
• Prepare trial binders and materials for case prep.
• File pleadings with court clerk in person and electronically.
• Prepare affidavits of documents and maintain files.
• Deliver subpoenas to witnesses and parties.
• Maintain organized client files and time entries.

Skills

Litigation experience

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Associates or Bachelor's in paralegal studies

ABA approved paralegal certificate

Job description

FBT Gibbons LLP is a national law firm focused on serving companies operating and investing in the middle market. With nearly 1,500 employees across 26 offices, we support clients ranging from large multinationals to mid-sized businesses and growth-oriented startups across the United States. Our teams collaborate across departments and geographies to deliver excellent service to our clients, colleagues, and the communities we serve.

At FBT Gibbons, diversity enriches our vibrant culture and empowers our teams to achieve more together. We welcome talented professionals who bring valuable skills, a collaborative mindset, and a shared commitment to helping our firm and clients thrive. Here, you’ll make meaningful contributions, collaborate with exceptional colleagues, and build a career that grows with your skills and ambitions.

We are currently seeking aLitigation Paralegal to play a key role in assisting attorneys with all aspects of case management throughout the litigation process. This position will primarily work with attorneys in the Business Litigation Practice Group.

The ideal candidate brings 3+ years of litigation experience, including trial experience, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to juggle multiple time‑sensitive assignments while managing multiple matters efficiently and delivering high‑quality support to attorneys and clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research and analyze sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, legal codes, etc.
• Prepare legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, etc. for review, approval, and use by attorneys.
• Investigate facts and law (case) to determine causes of action and to prepare case accordingly.
• Assist with the collection, review, summarization, and organization of electronic and paper discovery materials.
• Prepare trial binders and other materials for case preparation.
• File pleadings with court clerk personally and electronically.
• Prepare affidavits of documents and maintain document files.
• Deliver or direct delivery of subpoenas to witnesses and parties to action.
• Maintain accurate and organized client files, including electronic records.
• Accurately record time worked and enter time and description into time and billing system.

Job Requirements:

• Associates degree or Bachelor’s degree with a major in paralegal studies, or
  • A Bachelor’s degree with an unrelated major, and have:
    • A certificate from an ABA approved paralegal training program specializing in the area for which the candidate is being considered; or
    • Two years’ experience in the area of specialization for which the candidate is being considered or other comparable experience; or
    • Unique qualifications, experience, or training which fill a specific need within FBT Gibbons.
• Minimum of three years of experience supporting litigation matters.
• Extremely accurate and detailed in paperwork.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with set goals and achieve them.
• Capable of analyzing situations and solving problems effectively.
• Ability to work under pressure and with time constraints.
• Ability to work independently and as a team.li>
• Strong organizational and attention to detail skills.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.

FBT Gibbons is fully committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of FBT Gibbons to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, military status, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other protected status.

FBT Gibbons offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including

• health care coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
• life insurance
• short- and long-term disability
• paid parental leave
• employee wellbeing and EAP programs
• paid time off
• a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching and profit-sharing

Benefit offerings and eligibility vary by location and are subject to applicable plan terms and legal requirements.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship. FBT Gibbons does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.