Regulatory Litigation Paralegal - Electric & Environmental

Jackson Walker; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Walker seeks a Litigation Paralegal for its Austin office to support electric and environmental regulatory matters, including applications, discovery, hearings, and post-hearing case management.

Ideal candidates have a paralegal certification and at least five years in a law firm, preferably in litigation, with Westlaw/Lexis proficiency and strong organizational and communication skills. This is a full-time, non-exempt position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Paralegal certification required; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant paralegal experience in a law firm, preferably within litigation.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, litigation processes, and regulatory procedures.
• Experience with e-filing systems and regulatory agency requirements.
• Proficiency in legal research tools (Westlaw, Lexis).
• Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and compilation of regulatory applications.
• Organize and label exhibits and supporting documentation.
• Prepare and submit electronic filings and supplemental filings.
• Track filings and maintain compliance with deadlines and regulatory requirements.
• Draft discovery requests including interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admissions, and disclosures.
• Assist attorneys and clients in responding to discovery requests.
• Review documents for relevancy and privilege and prepare privilege logs.
• Coordinate document collection and production.
• Coordinate depositions, including preparing notices or subpoenas and arranging court reporters.
• Communicate with witnesses and assist in preparing deposition materials.
• Assist with preparation of testimony, motions, and pre-hearing briefs.
• Organize hearing notebooks and exhibits.
• Use of Harvey and firm-approved AI tools.
• Prepare exhibit and witness lists.
• Assist attorneys during hearings by managing exhibits and taking notes.
• Coordinate witness logistics and attendance.
• Maintain and update exhibit lists throughout proceedings.
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients to prepare for daily hearing activities.
• Maintain post-hearing calendars and deadlines.
• Assist with preparation and filing of post-hearing briefs.
• Ensure timely filing of all post-hearing documents.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw, Lexis, or other resources.
• Draft routine legal documents and correspondence.
• Maintain case files and document repositories (e.g., ShareFile) and firm-approved AI tools for data management.
• Support environmental due diligence reviews and regulatory research.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Paralegal certification

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Westlaw

Lexis

E-filing systems

ShareFile

Firm-approved AI tools

Job description

Jackson Walker seeks a Litigation Paralegal for its Austin office to support electric and environmental regulatory matters, including applications, discovery, hearings, and post-hearing case management.

Ideal candidates have a paralegal certification and at least five years in a law firm, preferably in litigation, with Westlaw/Lexis proficiency and strong organizational and communication skills. This is a full-time, non-exempt position.