Paralegal - Litigation

Cogentanalytics; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogentanalytics is looking for a Paralegal – Litigation based in Denton, Texas. This role involves executing litigation support tasks, ensuring case progression, and managing deadlines while maintaining organized case files. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in civil litigation, with a strong understanding of the litigation process and the ability to manage documents efficiently.

The position requires skills in drafting pleadings, tracking deadlines, and coordinating discovery efforts to support attorneys' productivity. If you thrive in a fast-paced legal environment and possess a keen attention to detail, we invite you to apply.

Qualifications

• 3+ years litigation paralegal experience.
• Strong understanding of the civil litigation process.
• Experience with discovery management and court filings.

Responsibilities

• Execute assigned litigation support tasks accurately and timely.
• Maintain case calendars and track litigation deadlines.
• Organize and control case files, ensuring they are audit-ready.
• Coordinate discovery requests and manage document production.
• Support accurate billing through precise task documentation.

Skills

Litigation paralegal experience

Understanding of civil litigation process

Preparation of trial materials

Tools

PracticePanther

Job description

Overview

The Paralegal – Litigation is responsible for the structured execution of litigation support functions to ensure case progression, compliance with deadlines, and billing support within established legal and operational frameworks. This role directly impacts attorney productivity, case throughput, and revenue realization through disciplined execution of support tasks, document control, and workflow coordination.

Responsibilities

1. Litigation Support Execution

   Accountable for accurate and timely execution of assigned litigation support tasks.

   • Drafting standard pleadings, discovery shells, and correspondence
   • Preparing filing packages for court submission
   • Organizing exhibits and supporting documentation
   • Assisting in preparation of motions and case materials
   • Formatting and proofreading legal documents
2. Deadline & Calendar Control

   Accountable for maintaining accurate tracking and execution of litigation deadlines.

   • Maintaining case calendars and deadline tracking
   • Monitoring court dates, filings, and response deadlines
   • Confirming completion of scheduled tasks
   • Escalating risks prior to deadline failure
3. File & Document Control

   Accountable for maintaining organized, complete, and audit‑ready case files.

   • Managing digital and physical case files
   • Ensuring all documents are properly labeled and stored
   • Maintaining version control
   • Updating case records in PracticePanther
4. Discovery & Evidence Coordination

   Accountable for supporting structured discovery and document management.

   • Drafting and organizing discovery requests and responses
   • Managing document production and indexing
   • Reviewing materials for completeness
   • Coordinating evidence collection
5. Billing & Time Capture Support

   Accountable for supporting accurate billing through proper task execution and documentation.

   • Recording task activity within case systems
   • Supporting attorneys with documentation needed for billing
   • Ensuring all completed work is reflected in case records
   • Identifying unbilled work activity

Qualifications

• 3+ years litigation paralegal experience
• Strong understanding of civil litigation process
• Experience with Discovery management, Court filings and deadlines, Trial preparation