Senior Litigation Paralegal

LHH; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Profit sharing

Medical coverage 100% employer-paid

Unlimited PTO

Paid parking

Hybrid work model

Relocation assistance

Job summary

LHH Legal in Austin is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join its premier commercial litigation team. The role focuses on supporting high-stakes disputes alongside accomplished trial attorneys in a collaborative, people-focused environment.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of paralegal experience in commercial litigation, with a strong track record in handling document-intensive matters and trial preparation. Hybrid work and robust professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Strong commercial litigation experience required.
• Experience managing document-intensive matters.
• Proficiency with Relativity or similar document management platforms.
• Trial preparation experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage large-scale case files and document databases.
• Support all phases of discovery.
• Organize and track case materials and deadlines.
• Draft and assist with basic discovery requests and responses.
• Prepare exhibits, binders, and materials for hearings and trials.
• Coordinate document production and review processes.
• Support trial teams in high-profile litigation matters.
• Work collaboratively with multiple attorneys across numerous cases.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Tools

Relativity

Job description

LHH Legal is recruiting for a highly regarded commercial litigation boutique in Austin seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join its growing team.

This opportunity is ideal for a paralegal who enjoys complex, high-stakes litigation and wants to work alongside accomplished trial attorneys in a collaborative, people-focused environment.

About the Opportunity

This nationally recognized litigation practice handles sophisticated commercial disputes with exposure ranging from $1 million to more than $200 million. The firm's practice includes:

• Complex business litigation
• Contract litigation
• State and federal court matters nationwide

The firm is known for its exceptional culture, long-tenured employees, and commitment to professional development. This position is open due to a strategic backfill within the paralegal team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage large-scale case files and document databases
• Support all phases of discovery
• Organize and track case materials and deadlines
• Draft and assist with basic discovery requests and responses
• Prepare exhibits, binders, and materials for hearings and trials
• Coordinate document production and review processes
• Support trial teams in high-profile litigation matters
• Work collaboratively with multiple attorneys across numerous cases

Qualifications

• 8+ years of litigation paralegal experience preferred
• Strong commercial litigation experience required
• Experience managing document-intensive matters
• Proficiency with Relativity or similar document management platforms
• Trial preparation experience strongly preferred
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills

What Makes This Opportunity Unique

• One of Austin's premier commercial litigation practices
• Trial-heavy environment with meaningful exposure
• No insurance defense or personal injury work
• Collaborative team structure that is case-driven rather than attorney-driven
• Average employee tenure significantly exceeds market norms
• Opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-value litigation matters
• Annual performance bonus
• 6% profit sharing program
• 100% employer-paid medical coverage for employees
• Unlimited PTO
• Paid parking
• Hybrid work flexibility
• $10,000 relocation assistance available