Paralegal - Personal Injury Litigation

CyberCoders; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, vision, life ins.

Paid time off

Long-Term Growth Potential

Complimentary onsite parking

Job summary

CyberCoders in Houston seeks an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys handling complex personal injury matters. You will draft pleadings, manage discovery, and coordinate depositions in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires civil litigation paralegal experience, ABA-approved certification or related degree, and strong communication and organizational skills. Excellent attention to detail and confidentiality are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of civil litigation paralegal experience, preferably personal injury
• Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program or a related Bachelor's degree
• Proficiency with legal research platforms and case management software

Responsibilities

• Draft, prepare, and file pleadings in accordance with court rules and deadlines
• Propound and manage discovery, including requests and responses
• Communicate with clients to obtain case information and documentation
• Review and organize case files, evidence, and discovery materials
• Draft and manage litigation-related documents (deposition notices, subpoenas, medical exam responses)
• Coordinate depositions, hearings, and trial-related activities
• Maintain accurate electronic and physical case files
• Work with attorneys, clients, experts, witnesses, and other parties on case status
• Assist with expert designations and trial preparation
• Provide litigation and trial support including exhibit prep and courtroom assistance

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Education

ABA-approved paralegal certificate

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Legal research platforms

Case management software

Job description

Litigation Paralegal

Position Overview

A growing plaintiff-side litigation practice is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys handling complex personal injury matters. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who excels in legal drafting, case management, discovery, and trial preparation while thriving in a fast-paced litigation environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, prepare, and file pleadings in accordance with court rules, formatting requirements, and deadlines
• Propound and manage discovery, including preparing requests, responses, proof of service, and related documentation
• Communicate regularly with clients to obtain case information, records, and supporting documentation
• Review, analyze, and organize case files, evidence, discovery materials, and litigation documents
• Draft and manage litigation-related documents, including deposition notices, subpoenas, vehicle inspection requests, and medical examination responses
• Coordinate depositions, hearings, expert activities, and other case-related events
• Maintain accurate and organized electronic and physical case files
• Work closely with attorneys, clients, experts, witnesses, and other parties regarding case status and deadlines
• Assist with expert designations, file management, and trial preparation activities
• Provide litigation and trial support, including exhibit preparation, trial binders, witness coordination, and courtroom assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of civil litigation paralegal experience, preferably within personal injury litigation
• Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program or a Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Proficiency with legal research platforms and case management software
• Strong understanding of state and federal court rules and procedures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet critical deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to maintaining client confidentiality

Benefits

• $30 to $45+ per hour DOE
• 401(k) plan
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and FSA options
• Paid time off
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities
• Complimentary onsite parking
• Long-Term Growth Potential with an Expanding Litigation Practice.