Litigation Paralegal

Australia-Employment; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401‑k with match

Short and long‑term disability

Life Insurance and AD&D

PTO

Job summary

Jobot seeks a dynamic Permanent Litigation Paralegal in Houston, Texas, to support attorneys in business and commercial litigation. You will handle pleadings, discovery, trial prep, and document management while coordinating with clients, courts, and third parties.

Requirements include at least 5 years as a litigation paralegal, familiarity with Westlaw or LexisNexis, strong MS Office skills, and paralegal certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years as a litigation paralegal with commercial litigation experience.
• Paralegal certification preferred but not required.
• Proficient in Westlaw or LexisNexis for legal research.
• Strong written and oral communication; highly organized.
• Ability to manage deadlines and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in pleadings, discovery, trials and appeals.
• Conduct legal research and factual investigations.
• Prepare briefs, pleadings, contracts, and memoranda.
• Coordinate document collection, review, and production.
• Assist with deposition and trial preparation, including exhibits.
• Liaise with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.
• Maintain and organize large case files and databases.
• Monitor deadlines and manage multiple matters.

Skills

Litigation support

Legal research

Document management

Time management

Communication

Education

Paralegal certification preferred

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

e-discovery platforms

case management software

Job description

Overview

A respected Texas-based law firm with decades of history, this team is known for its deep roots in the state and its ability to handle sophisticated legal matters across both transactional and litigation practices. The firm represents a diverse client base ranging from closely held businesses to large organizations, offering attorneys exposure to high-quality, impactful work. Partners are accessible, mentorship is organic, and the environment balances high‑level legal work with a sustainable, team‑oriented approach to practice.

Job Details

We are seeking a dynamic, detail‑oriented Permanent Litigation Paralegal to join our team. This role is full‑time, permanent, and requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in the legal field, with a particular focus on business and commercial litigation.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in all stages of litigation matters, including pleadings, discovery, trial, and appeal.
• Conduct legal research, factual investigation, and document analysis.
• Prepare legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, agreements, contracts, and legal memoranda.
• Coordinate and manage the collection, review, and production of documents.
• Assist with deposition preparation, including preparation of witness files and deposition outlines.
• Assist in trial preparation, including creation of trial exhibits, witness binders, and trial notebooks.
• Liaise with clients, court personnel, experts, opposing counsel, and other stakeholders.
• Manage and organize large case files and databases.
• Monitor deadlines and juggle multiple tasks and cases simultaneously.
• Perform administrative duties such as filing papers, answering telephone calls, and maintaining and organizing files.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a litigation paralegal, with a focus on commercial litigation.
• Paralegal certification is preferred.
• Proficiency in legal research software such as Westlaw or LexisNexis.
• Strong knowledge of the litigation process, legal terminology, court rules, and procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with e‑discovery platforms and case management software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise a high standard of judgment and discretion.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse range of individuals.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401‑k with match
• Short and long‑term disability
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• PTO

Equal Opportunity Statement

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.