Litigation Paralegal

Law Offices of Houston M. Smith, P.C.; Terrell (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Law Offices of Houston M. Smith, P.C. in Terrell, TX is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys through all stages of personal injury litigation, from filing to settlement or trial.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, dependable, communicates well, and can manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced setting. Prior litigation experience is required, with personal injury litigation strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Prior litigation experience is required.
• Personal injury litigation experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to manage deadlines and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience drafting petitions, motions, and discovery documents.

Responsibilities

• Manage personal injury litigation files from suit filing through resolution
• Draft petitions, answers, motions, notices, discovery, subpoenas, and other litigation documents
• Draft and respond to interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admissions, and disclosures
• Obtain, organize, and summarize medical records, billing records, employment records, and other evidence
• Maintain litigation calendars and closely monitor court deadlines, discovery deadlines, hearings, depositions, mediations, and trial settings
• Coordinate depositions, mediations, hearings, expert witnesses, and trial preparation
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, courts, medical providers, experts, and other parties
• Assist attorneys with deposition and mediation preparation
• Prepare exhibits, medical chronologies, damages documentation, and trial materials
• E-file pleadings and other documents with state and federal courts
• Maintain accurate and organized electronic case files
• Provide regular case updates and proactively identify upcoming deadlines or issues requiring attorney attention
• Assist with additional litigation and case-management responsibilities as needed

Skills

Litigation knowledge

Time management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independent deadline management

Education

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Case management systems

E-filing software

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

We are a small, established personal injury law firm seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our team. This position is ideal for a highly organized, dependable professional who understands personal injury litigation and can confidently manage cases from the filing of a lawsuit through settlement or trial.

Because we are a small firm, we value team members who take ownership of their work, communicate well, pay close attention to deadlines, and are comfortable handling multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced litigation practice.

Responsibilities

The Litigation Paralegal will work closely with attorneys on an active personal injury litigation docket. Responsibilities include:

• Manage personal injury litigation files from suit filing through resolution


• Draft petitions, answers, motions, notices, discovery, subpoenas, and other litigation documents


• Draft and respond to interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admissions, and disclosures


• Obtain, organize, and summarize medical records, billing records, employment records, and other evidence


• Maintain litigation calendars and closely monitor court deadlines, discovery deadlines, hearings, depositions, mediations, and trial settings


• Coordinate depositions, mediations, hearings, expert witnesses, and trial preparation


• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, courts, medical providers, experts, and other parties


• Assist attorneys with deposition and mediation preparation


• Prepare exhibits, medical chronologies, damages documentation, and trial materials


• E-file pleadings and other documents with state and federal courts


• Maintain accurate and organized electronic case files


• Provide regular case updates and proactively identify upcoming deadlines or issues requiring attorney attention


• Assist with additional litigation and case-management responsibilities as needed

Qualifications

** Prior litigation experience is required. Personal injury litigation experience is strongly preferred.**

The ideal candidate will have:

• Several years of hands-on litigation paralegal experience


• Strong knowledge of the litigation process, discovery, and court procedures


• Experience handling personal injury cases in active litigation


• Excellent organizational and time-management skills


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Exceptional attention to detail


• Ability to independently manage deadlines and competing priorities


• Strong computer skills and experience with electronic filing and case-management systems


• Professional judgment and the ability to handle confidential information


• A dependable, proactive, team-oriented approach to work

Experience preparing cases for mediation and trial is highly desirable.

What We Offer

We offer the opportunity to become an important part of a small firm where your experience and contributions are valued. Unlike a large-volume environment where responsibilities may be narrowly divided, this role provides meaningful involvement throughout the litigation process and direct collaboration with the attorneys handling the cases.

We are looking for someone interested in a long-term position who takes pride in producing excellent work, serving clients, and helping move cases toward successful resolution.

** Experience:** Litigation Paralegal experience required

** Personal Injury Experience:** Strongly preferred

Company Description

The Law Offices of Houston M. Smith, P.C., a small personal injury law firm in Terrell, Texas. Our firm represents individuals and families in cases involving automobile and commercial truck accidents, premises liability, wrongful death, medical malpractice, and other serious personal injury matters.