Litigation Paralegal

Michael Page; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page, in Houston, seeks a Litigation Paralegal to support a dynamic litigation team by managing case files, performing legal research, and coordinating discovery throughout the litigation lifecycle.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in litigation, experience in energy and oil & gas matters, and strong organizational and written communication skills. This is a permanent, on-site role with competitive compensation and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal.
• Experience in energy and oil & gas litigation matters.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and document preparation.
• Experience with legal research tools and resources.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Detail-oriented handling of complex documents and case files.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management software.

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain case files, including electronic and physical records.
• Conduct legal research and gather relevant case law, statutes, and other legal documents.
• Prepare legal documents such as pleadings, subpoenas, and discovery requests.
• Coordinate and manage case schedules, including deadlines and court appearances.
• Assist attorneys in trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and witness lists.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel as needed.
• Review and summarize legal documents, depositions, and trial transcripts.
• Perform administrative duties, such as maintaining billing records and tracking case expenses.

Skills

3+ years exp

Energy/oil & gas litigation

Legal research

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Case management software

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal case management software

Job description

The Litigation Paralegal will play a critical role in supporting a dynamic litigation team by managing complex case files, conducting legal research, coordinating discovery, and preparing key legal documentation throughout the litigation lifecycle.

Our client is a nationally recognized law firm with a growing footprint in Texas, known for delivering sophisticated legal services across complex litigation matters. The Houston office offers the close-knit culture of a smaller team combined with the resources, stability, and career development opportunities of a large, respected firm.

Description

• Organize and maintain case files, including managing electronic and physical records.
• Conduct legal research and gather relevant case law, statutes, and other legal documents.
• Prepare legal documents such as pleadings, subpoenas, and discovery requests.
• Coordinate and manage case schedules, including deadlines and court appearances.
• Assist attorneys in trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and witness lists.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel as needed.
• Review and summarize legal documents, depositions, and trial transcripts.
• Perform administrative duties, such as maintaining billing records and tracking case expenses.

Profile

A successful Litigation Paralegal should have:

• 3+ years of being a Litigation Paralegal
• Experience in energy and oil & gas litigation matters
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and court document preparation.
• Experience with legal research tools and resources.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Detail-oriented approach to handling complex legal documents and case files.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management software.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $90,000 to $125,000 annually.
• Permanent position in the legal services industry.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.