Litigation Paralegal

ESP Enterprises Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ESP Enterprises Inc. in Houston seeks a Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys through the full litigation lifecycle, from case prep to trial. This role demands strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced firm environment.

Candidates should know the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure, possess excellent written and oral communication, and be capable of independent work as well as collaboration with staff and attorneys.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate (preferred).
• 3-5+ years of Defense litigation experience in a law firm setting.
• Experience within the insurance-related industry.
• Familiarity with e-filing systems and case management software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with case preparation, including organizing case files, drafting correspondence, and managing discovery materials.
• Conduct factual and legal research to support case strategy.
• Prepare, format, and file legal documents in state and federal courts.
• Coordinate depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials, ensuring all logistics and materials are in place.
• Summarize depositions, discovery responses, and other case-related documents.
• Maintain case calendars, deadlines, and court schedules.
• Liaise with clients, courts, and opposing counsel as needed.
• Support attorneys in trial preparation and courtroom proceedings.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate

Tools

E-filing systems

Case management software

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in all phases of the litigation process. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This role requires a proactive professional who can work independently while also collaborating with attorneys and staff across the firm.

The ideal candidate must demonstrate initiative, flexibility, knowledge of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure and excellent communication skills – both oral and written.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to subpoenas, medical and deposition summaries, production logs, discovery and trial assistance. The candidate must have the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. This role requires occasional overtime and travel, especially for out of town trials.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with case preparation, including organizing case files, drafting correspondence, and managing discovery materials.
• Conduct factual and legal research to support case strategy.
• Prepare, format, and file legal documents in state and federal courts.
• Coordinate depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials, ensuring all logistics and materials are in place.
• Summarize depositions, discovery responses, and other case-related documents.
• Maintain case calendars, deadlines, and court schedules.
• Liaise with clients, courts, and opposing counsel as needed.
• Support attorneys in trial preparation and courtroom proceedings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate (preferred).
• 3-5+ years of Defense litigation experience in a law firm setting.
• Experience within the insurance-related industry
• Familiarity with e-filing systems and case management software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with strong problem-solving skills.