PI Paralegal - Complex Commercial Litigation, Houston

Burnett Specialists; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 57,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Burnett Specialists in Houston, TX seeks an experienced Personal Injury Paralegal to support a busy attorney handling commercial motor vehicle accident litigation. The role suits a highly organized litigation professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and participates throughout the life of complex matters.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in litigation paralegal work, with personal injury experience preferred, and a strong knowledge of Texas procedures.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Personal injury litigation experience strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting complex litigation matters.
• Strong knowledge of Texas litigation procedures.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, discovery, subpoenas, and correspondence
• Manage case files from inception through trial
• Coordinate discovery responses and document production
• Schedule depositions, mediations, expert meetings, and court appearances
• Maintain litigation deadlines and attorney calendars
• Prepare trial notebooks and exhibits
• Request and organize medical and business records
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel
• Assist attorneys throughout all phases of litigation

Skills

Litigation paralegal

Texas procedures

Case management

Organizational skills

Communication

Job description

Burnett Specialists in Houston, TX seeks an experienced Personal Injury Paralegal to support a busy attorney handling commercial motor vehicle accident litigation. The role suits a highly organized litigation professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and participates throughout the life of complex matters.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in litigation paralegal work, with personal injury experience preferred, and a strong knowledge of Texas procedures.