Litigation Paralegal: Trial Prep & Case Strategy

Twenty80 LLC; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential law firm in Houston seeks an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys through all phases of litigation. The ideal candidate holds a paralegal certificate or degree and has 4+ years of relevant experience, with strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities include drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery documents; conducting legal research; filing court papers; and managing case files. Spanish bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of litigation paralegal experience
• Degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus, not required

Responsibilities

• Gather, organize, and maintain case documents from clients, witnesses, and third parties
• Conduct legal research including statutes, regulations, case law, and precedents
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, subpoenas, and other documents for attorney review
• Prepare and file court documents in accordance with court rules and deadlines
• Organize exhibits, trial notebooks, mediation/arbitration materials, and other litigation support
• Assist with trial preparation, hearings, depositions, and related proceedings
• Interview clients and witnesses to obtain facts and documentation
• Maintain case files and communicate with clients regarding status and requests
• Coordinate case calendars, monitor deadlines, and ensure timely filings

Skills

Litigation paralegal

Legal research

Document management

Microsoft Office

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Paralegal certificate

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Case management software

Document management software

Job description

Confidential law firm in Houston seeks an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys through all phases of litigation. The ideal candidate holds a paralegal certificate or degree and has 4+ years of relevant experience, with strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities include drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery documents; conducting legal research; filing court papers; and managing case files. Spanish bilingual skills are a plus.