Paralegal - Corporate Defense

Mayer LLP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full health/dental/vision benefits

10 company holidays + 4 early release days

16 PTO days

401k + firm match

Discretionary year-end bonus

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Mayer LLP is seeking an experienced Paralegal to support insurance defense cases in Houston, Texas. The role includes drafting legal documents, filing court filings, and conducting legal research. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years' experience in litigation, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with legal research tools. The position offers a hybrid schedule (3 days in office, 2 days at home), a competitive salary ranging from $60,000 to $85,000, and a range of benefits including health plans and a 401k match.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years previous experience working as a Paralegal on insurance defense cases.
• Strong understanding of legal terminology, procedures, and regulations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Draft legal documents including complaints, pleadings, motions, and subpoenas.
• Prepare and file court documents, ensuring compliance with court rules.
• Communicate effectively with clients and other parties involved in the case.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Writing skills

Research skills

Tools

LexisNexis

Westlaw

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Mayer LLP, we believe in doing law differently — with collaboration, innovation and determination at the core. Founded by a team of experienced, entrepreneurial attorneys, we’ve built a firm where client interests come first and teamwork drives results. With a Southwest regional footprint spanning Texas, New Mexico and Arkansas and a breadth of practice areas including corporate & securities, litigation, real estate, tax, labor & employment, healthcare and immigration, we serve clients ranging from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies across industries. If you thrive in a dynamic, growth‑minded environment where your contribution directly matters and you’ll work alongside skilled professionals focused on achieving business‑driven legal solutions, Mayer is where you can make an impact.

Responsibilities

• Drafting legal documents including complaints, pleadings, motions, and subpoenas. This requires a strong understanding of legal terminology and procedures, as well as excellent writing skills.
• Preparing and filing court documents, such as motions and pleadings, and ensuring that they are filed on time and in accordance with court rules and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with clients, witnesses, and other parties involved in the case, including opposing counsel.
• Managing case files and organizing documents and exhibits for trial. This includes keeping track of deadlines, organizing discovery documents, and ensuring that all exhibits are properly marked and prepared for presentation in court.
• Assist attorneys during depositions, hearings, and trials. This may include preparing witnesses for testimony, organizing exhibits for presentation in court, and assisting with cross‑examination.
• Conducting legal research to gather relevant information related to the case. This includes researching relevant case law, statutes, and regulations, and analyzing the legal implications of the information gathered.
• Summarizing depositions, legal documents, and trial testimony. This involves distilling complex legal information into concise and easily digestible summaries that can be used by attorneys in court.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years previous experience working as a Paralegal on insurance defense cases (transportation, dram shop, premises liability, etc.) from beginning to end
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong understanding of legal terminology, procedures, and regulations
• Strong writing and research skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in using legal research tools, such as LexisNexis and Westlaw
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office and other relevant software
• Have a masterful understanding of the litigation flow, as well as demonstrate the appropriate urgency and initiative in performing tasks that advance the cases toward resolution

Benefits

• Full suite of health/dental/vision benefits that go into effect the 1st of the month after an employee starts with the firm
• 10 company holidays + 4 early release days
• 16 PTO days
• Hybrid schedule (3 days/week in office, 2 days/week at home)
• 401k + firm match based on previous year revenue. Historically we have matched 25% up to 6% of the employee contribution
• Discretionary year end bonus
• Employee referral bonus ($2000 - $4000)

$60,000 - $85,000 a year