Medical Malpractice Litigation Paralegal

Whitaker Bell; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitaker Bell, a Houston-based litigation firm specializing in medical malpractice/health care defense, is seeking a Paralegal / Legal Assistant to join its growing Houston office. The role supports the litigation team from case assignment through trial and resolution.

The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and dependable, comfortable managing a busy docket and collaborating with attorneys, clients, experts, and other team members.

Qualifications

• Proficient in legal research to support case strategy.
• Ability to draft routine pleadings, notices, and discovery documents.
• Experience or ability to manage a busy litigation docket and coordinate with teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys: Case management from initial assignment through trial and resolution.
• Legal Research: Search statutes, regulations, and past court decisions to support a case.
• Document Drafting: Prepare routine pleadings, discovery documents, notices, correspondence, subpoenas, authorizations, and other legal documents for attorney review.
• Fact Investigation: Gather evidence, review reports, and track down public records.
• Client and Witness Communication: Interview clients, schedule depositions, and prepare witnesses for testimony.
• Case and Trial Preparation: Organize exhibits, manage trial notebooks, and take notes during hearings.
• Court Filings: Submit legal documents and briefs to courts, government agencies, or opposing counsel.

Skills

Legal research

Document drafting

Case management

Communications

Job description

Whitaker Bell, a Houston-based litigation firm specializing in medical malpractice/health care defense, is seeking a Paralegal / Legal Assistant to join its growing Houston office. The role supports the litigation team from case assignment through trial and resolution.

The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and dependable, comfortable managing a busy docket and collaborating with attorneys, clients, experts, and other team members.