Litigation Paralegal - Mass Tort

CyberCoders; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

70-90K DOE

1099 for first 90 days

Benefits after 90 days

Job summary

CyberCoders is seeking a detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal to support its downtown Houston litigation team focusing on mass tort and personal injury matters. The role handles case management, legal research, and drafting pleadings and discovery, coordinating with medical providers and experts, and assisting attorneys at all stages of litigation.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience, familiarity with civil procedure and tort law, and proficiency with case

Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate or associate/bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or equivalent litigation experience.
• 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience, with exposure to mass tort/asbestos/mesothelioma or personal injury preferred.
• Strong knowledge of civil procedure, tort law, discovery, and court filing procedures.
• Experience with medical records and terminology; ability to summarize medical documentation.
• Proficiency with case management software, e-filing, and MS Office; experience with document review/e-discovery preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; detail-oriented; ability to manage multiple matters under tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and in a team; maintain client confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file court documents, pleadings, motions, and discovery responses in state and federal courts; ensure compliance with filing rules and deadlines.
• Manage large caseloads for mass tort and personal injury matters, maintain organized case files and track deadlines using case management systems.
• Conduct factual and legal research, summarize medical records, and prepare chronologies and case summaries for attorneys.
• Draft routine correspondence, demand letters, settlement packages, and trial materials; assist in preparing witness lists, exhibits, and demonstratives for hearings and trials.
• Coordinate with clients, medical providers, expert witnesses, and opposing counsel; schedule depositions, hearings, and meetings.
• Gather, review, and organize medical records, billing information, employment records, and other documents relevant to injury and tort claims.
• Assist attorneys in trial preparation, including trial binders, exhibit notebooks, and logistics support during trial.
• Manage discovery process: prepare interrogatories, requests for production, responses, privilege logs, and perform document review and Bates-stamping.
• Maintain calendars for attorney deadlines, court dates, and statutes of limitations; monitor case status and prepare internal status reports.
• Ensure compliance with ethical and confidentiality rules in handling sensitive client and medical information, and contribute to process improvement initiatives within the litigation team.

Skills

Litigation paralegal

Mass tort exposure

Case management

Factual/Legal research

Education

Paralegal certificate or degree

Tools

Case management software

E-filing systems

Microsoft Office

Document review tools

Job description

Litigation Paralegal

Downtown Houston plaintiff's firm seeking a detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal to support our litigation team in mass tort and personal injury matters. The ideal candidate will manage case files, conduct legal research, draft pleadings and discovery, coordinate with medical providers and experts, and assist attorneys at all stages of litigation. This role requires strong organizational skills, familiarity with civil procedure and tort law, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and file court documents, pleadings, motions, and discovery responses in state and federal courts; ensure compliance with filing rules and deadlines.
• Manage large caseloads for mass tort and personal injury matters, maintain organized case files and track deadlines using case management systems.
• Conduct factual and legal research, summarize medical records, and prepare chronologies and case summaries for attorneys.
• Draft routine correspondence, demand letters, settlement packages, and trial materials; assist in preparing witness lists, exhibits, and demonstratives for hearings and trials.
• Coordinate with clients, medical providers, expert witnesses, and opposing counsel; schedule depositions, hearings, and meetings.
• Gather, review, and organize medical records, billing information, employment records, and other documents relevant to injury and tort claims.
• Assist attorneys in trial preparation, including trial binders, exhibit notebooks, and logistics support during trial.
• Manage discovery process: prepare interrogatories, requests for production, responses, privilege logs, and perform document review and Bates-stamping.
• Maintain calendars for attorney deadlines, court dates, and statutes of limitations; monitor case status and prepare internal status reports.
• Ensure compliance with ethical and confidentiality rules in handling sensitive client and medical information, and contribute to process improvement initiatives within the litigation team.

Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate or associate/bachelors degree in paralegal studies, legal studies, or related field; or equivalent litigation experience.
• 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience, demonstrated exposure to mass tort, asbestos/mesothelioma, or personal injury cases preferred
• Strong knowledge of civil procedure, tort law, discovery practices, and court filing procedures in state and federal courts
• Experience working with medical records and medical terminology; ability to summarize and analyze medical documentation.
• Proficiency with case management software, e-filing systems, and Microsoft Office suite; experience with document review platforms and e-discovery tools preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple matters under tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment, exercise professional judgment, and maintain client confidentiality.

Benefits

• $70K-$90K (DOE)
• 1099 for first 90 days
• Benefits after 90 days