Paralegal

Freeman, Mathis & Gary; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Freeman Mathis and Gary, LLP in Dallas is seeking an experienced paralegal to join our Downtown office. This 100% in‑office role requires civil litigation expertise, strong organization, and ownership of duties.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree and an ABA‑approved paralegal certificate and be able to pass a background/drug screen. We value teamwork, accountability, and high‑quality legal support, with responsibilities spanning trial preparation, discovery, records management, medical

Qualifications

• 3+ years paralegal experience in a law firm.
• Civil litigation experience required.
• Familiarity with web-based legal research services.
• Experience working with paperless files; iManage experience a plus.
• Must successfully pass a background/drug screen.
• Bachelor’s degree and paralegal certificate from an ABA‑approved program required.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with the preparation of a civil case for trial.
• Discovery and records management.
• Ability to summarize medical and employment records, create medical chronologies, summarize discovery responses, prepare meet and confer correspondence.
• Motion writing experience, such as oppositions to motions including discovery motions, motions to continue trial.
• Proficient in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; organize and prioritize numerous tasks with minimal supervision.

Skills

Teamwork mindset

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Ownership

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Paralegal certificate (ABA-approved)

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

iManage

Legal research databases

Job description

Freeman Mathis and Gary, LLP is a rapidly growing, national specialty litigation firm seeking an experienced paralegal to join our Dallas Downtown office. We are eagerly seeking candidates who foster a teamwork mentality, have excellent communication skills, are problem‑solvers, and are willing to take ownership of their job. Flexibility and excellent organization skills are key in our fast‑paced environment. This is a 100% in office position and remote work is not available.

Success Factors

• Helpful, Congenial, Personable, Positive
• Unpretentious, Approachable, Respectful, Team‑Oriented
• Accountable, Takes Ownership, Corrects Mistakes
• Organized, Timely, Confidential, Responsive (within 24 hours)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with the preparation of a civil case for trial
• Discovery and records management
• Ability to summarize medical and employment records, create medical chronologies, summarize discovery responses, prepare meet and confer correspondence
• Motion writing experience, such as oppositions to motions including discovery motions, motions to continue trial
• Proficient in software programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints with minimal supervision and exceptional attention to detail

Education, Experience, and Skills

• 3+ years paralegal experience in a law firm
• Civil litigation experience required
• Familiarity with performing research tasks using web‑based legal research services
• Experience working with paperless files; iManage experience a plus
• Must successfully pass a background/drug screen
• Bachelor’s degree and paralegal certificate from an ABA‑approved program required.

What We Offer You

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
• HSA and FSA plans available for employees and dependents
• Work–life balance
• Generous PTO policy
• 401(k) plan including a 3% Employer Safe Harbor contribution
• Firm‑paid life insurance and long‑term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Year‑end bonuses and referral fee programs

EEO Statement

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP (FMG) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by maintaining a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status as provided by law. FMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This position is subject to our drug‑free workplace policy, which includes the ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screen. Employees may be subject to reasonable‑suspicion drug testing in accordance with Firm policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.