Litigation Paralegal

Germer PLLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Germer PLLC is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in our Houston office on insurance defense matters. The role involves docket management from filing through trial and final dismissal, with a need for high organization and confidentiality.

Candidates should have 3+ years in litigation paralegal work, preferably defense, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. Paralegal certification or degree is preferred but not required. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of recent litigation paralegal experience, preferably in defense litigation.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, court filings, and case management.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and Outlook; ability to manage deadlines and calendars.

Responsibilities

• Assist with case management from inception through resolution and trial preparation.
• Draft, prepare, and revise pleadings, correspondence, discovery, and other legal documents.
• Coordinate court filings and e-filing; organize and maintain case files and document productions.
• Track deadlines and maintain calendars; subpoena medical records and coordinate expert witnesses.
• Assist with deposition and trial preparations and provide general litigation support.

Skills

Litigation support

Case management

E-filing

Independent work

Education

Paralegal certificate or degree in legal studies (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Germer PLLC is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to provide high-level support to attorneys and assigned team members in the firm’s Houston office handling insurance defense matters. Candidates whose litigation experience is limited in insurance defense may not be well suited for the caseload associated with this position. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the docket from inception of a lawsuit through trial and/or final dismissal.

This position requires exceptional organizational skills, strong professional administrative experience, and the ability to think independently in a fast-paced legal environment. A successful candidate will maintain high standards of accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism while managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with case management from inception thorough resolution
• Draft, prepare, and revise pleadings, correspondence, discovery, and other legal documents
• Coordinate court filings and e-filing
• Organize and maintain case files and documents productions
• Track deadlines and maintain calendars
• Subpoenaing medical records
• Retention and coordination of expert witnesses
• Assist with deposition and trial preparations
• Provide additional administrative and litigation support as needed

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of recent litigation paralegal experience, preferably in defense litigation
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, court filings, and case management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Paralegal Certificate or degree in legal studies is preferred, but not required

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K and more.