Paralegal

Orionplacement; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A modern law firm in Houston is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join their dynamic team. The role requires over 3 years of personal injury litigation experience and strong organizational skills. Responsibilities include preparing discovery responses, drafting litigation documents, and managing case files. Candidates must have a solid understanding of Texas civil procedure and demonstrate proactive communication. The firm values initiative and offers opportunities to work on meaningful cases with a supportive team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of paralegal experience in personal injury litigation.
• Strong knowledge of Texas Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Experience with discovery, motions, and litigation deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare discovery responses and litigation documents.
• Communicate with clients regarding case status.
• Manage litigation calendars and track deadlines.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Texas civil procedure knowledge

Discovery handling

Organizational skills

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Proactivity

Attention to detail

Job description

Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a high-performing, technology-driven personal injury litigation team handling catastrophic and complex cases
• Take ownership of substantive litigation work in a fast-paced and respected plaintiff-side practice
• Work alongside attorneys who value strong writing, initiative, and proactive case management
• Play a meaningful role in preparing cases for mediation, deposition, and trial
• Be part of a modern law firm that embraces legal technology, automation, and high standards of excellence

Location: This is a full-time, on-site position in Houston, Texas.

Note: Must have personal injury litigation experience, strong knowledge of Texas civil procedure, and the ability to manage deadlines, discovery, and case progression with minimal hand-holding.

About Us

We are a technology-driven personal injury law firm focused on catastrophic injury and complex cases. Our attorneys are diligent, aggressive, and detail-oriented, and we expect the same from our team. We leverage modern legal technology, automation, and AI tools to move cases efficiently and deliver exceptional outcomes. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Prepare discovery responses and propound written discovery
• Draft motions, responses, and other litigation documents
• Maintain organized, accurate, and up-to-date case files
• Communicate with clients regarding treatment, case status, and case needs
• Assist with monitoring medical treatment and ensuring case development stays on track
• Manage calendaring and track litigation deadlines
• Prepare files and materials for mediations, depositions, and trial
• Coordinate and support case progression from active litigation through resolution
• Stay ahead of deadlines, next steps, and case needs without requiring constant direction
• Work proactively with attorneys and staff to keep complex cases moving efficiently

Qualifications

• 3+ years of paralegal experience, ideally in personal injury litigation
• Strong knowledge of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure
• Experience handling discovery, motions, calendaring, and litigation deadlines
• Comfortable preparing cases for mediation, deposition, and trial
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Able to manage multiple active files in a fast-paced litigation environment
• Proactive, self-directed, and able to take initiative
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work on-site in Houston, Texas

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will join a team that values professionalism, initiative, and high-level execution. This is a strong opportunity for a litigation paralegal who wants to do substantive work, stay busy, and contribute to meaningful, high-stakes cases. If you know how to stay ahead of deadlines, take ownership of your files, and thrive in a modern PI practice, you will be well-positioned here.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance