Paralegal – Austin

Professional Alternatives; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A Texas-based law firm is seeking a skilled Paralegal for their Austin office. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in the legal field, specifically in drafting pleadings and managing multiple tasks efficiently. Responsibilities include organizing legal files, assisting clients with legal forms, conducting research, and supporting trial preparations. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of paralegal experience with strong legal process understanding.
• Proficiency in legal document drafting with minimal supervision.
• Experience supporting trial preparation and understanding trial procedures.

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain legal files, ensuring accessibility.
• Docket and schedule events, keeping the legal calendar updated.
• Assist clients in completing legal forms efficiently.
• Draft legal documents for attorney review.
• Conduct thorough legal research and verify case law.
• Prepare discovery documents ensuring compliance with standards.
• Meet clients to discuss discovery responses.
• Assist attorneys in preparation for hearings and trials.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Legal drafting

Tools

IManage

Coyote

TimeKeep

Job description

Overview

Job ID#: 32593 Paralegal needed for regional Austin office of Texas based firm

Ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of paralegal experience and a strong background in drafting pleadings, motions, and court filings. This role requires a proactive individual who can manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision while providing exceptional support to our attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain legal files, ensuring information is easily accessible.
• Docket and schedule events, keeping the legal calendar up to date.
• Assist clients in completing legal forms accurately and efficiently.
• Draft demand letters, motions, and other correspondence for attorney review.
• Conduct thorough legal research on new and emerging issues; verify case law and review relevant legislation.
• Prepare discovery documents and responses, ensuring compliance with legal standards.
• Meet with clients to discuss discovery responses and gather necessary information.
• Communicate updates to clients and provide timely information during the case process.
• Assist attorneys in preparing for hearings and trials, contributing to trial strategies.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of paralegal experience, with a strong understanding of the legal process.
• Proficiency in using IManage, Coyote, and TimeKeep for at least 2 years, with a minimum of 150 billable hours per month.
• Ability to draft accurate legal documents with minimal supervision.
• Prior experience supporting trial preparation and understanding trial procedures.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Initiative and a willingness to complete administrative tasks as needed.