Pro Paralegal: Trial Prep, Discovery & Research

Professional Alternatives; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A Texas-based law firm is seeking a skilled Paralegal for their Austin office. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in the legal field, specifically in drafting pleadings and managing multiple tasks efficiently. Responsibilities include organizing legal files, assisting clients with legal forms, conducting research, and supporting trial preparations. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of paralegal experience with strong legal process understanding.
• Proficiency in legal document drafting with minimal supervision.
• Experience supporting trial preparation and understanding trial procedures.

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain legal files, ensuring accessibility.
• Docket and schedule events, keeping the legal calendar updated.
• Assist clients in completing legal forms efficiently.
• Draft legal documents for attorney review.
• Conduct thorough legal research and verify case law.
• Prepare discovery documents ensuring compliance with standards.
• Meet clients to discuss discovery responses.
• Assist attorneys in preparation for hearings and trials.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Legal drafting

Tools

IManage

Coyote

TimeKeep

Job description

A Texas-based law firm is seeking a skilled Paralegal for their Austin office. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in the legal field, specifically in drafting pleadings and managing multiple tasks efficiently. Responsibilities include organizing legal files, assisting clients with legal forms, conducting research, and supporting trial preparations. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.