Paralegal - Litigation 71443

Top Echelon Software, LLC; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 55 000 - 85 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The Houston-area law firm seeks an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys through all phases of litigation. The ideal candidate will have a degree and/or a paralegal certificate, as well as 4 or more years of litigation experience.

Responsibilities include drafting pleadings and court documents, conducting legal research, preparing for trial, coordinating deadlines, and maintaining case files. Proficiency with MS Office and legal case management software is expected.

Qualificações

• Degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 4 or more years of professional experience as a litigation paralegal.
• Experience with healthcare insurance collections is preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, but not required.

Responsabilidades

• Gather, organize, and maintain case-related documents from clients, witnesses, experts, and third parties.
• Conduct legal research, including reviewing statutes, regulations, case law, and precedents.
• Draft legal correspondence, pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, and other documents for attorney review.
• Prepare and file court documents in accordance with court rules and deadlines.
• Coordinate case calendars, monitor deadlines, and ensure timely filings.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and depositions.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical case files.

Conhecimentos

Legal Research

Document management

Microsoft Office

Bilingual English/Spanish (a plus)

Formação académica

Paralegal certificate or degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Ferramentas

Legal case management software

Document management software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Our client, a growing Houston-area law firm, is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support their attorneys through all phases of litigation. The ideal candidate will have a degree and/or a paralegal certificate, as well as 4 or more years of litigation experience.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Gather, organize, and maintain case-related documents, records, and information from clients, witnesses, experts, and third parties.
• Conduct legal research, including reviewing statutes, regulations, case law, and legal precedents.
• Draft legal correspondence, reports, pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, and other legal documents for attorney review.
• Prepare and file court documents in accordance with applicable court rules and deadlines.
• Organize exhibits, trial notebooks, mediation binders, arbitration materials, and other litigation support documents.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and depositions.
• Prepare supporting documentation and maintain case files throughout the litigation process.
• Interview clients and witnesses to obtain relevant facts and documentation.
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding case status and document requests.
• Review legal documents for accuracy, completeness, and factual consistency.
• Coordinate case calendars, monitor deadlines, and ensure timely filings.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical case files.
• Assist with special projects and additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Degree and/or aParalegal Certificate is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 4 or more years of professional experience as a litigation paralegal.
• Experience with healthcare insurance collections is preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus, but not required.

Computer Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with legal case management and document management software is a plus.

Please reference job ID #71443.