Trial Paralegal

Consilio Services; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Disability insurance

Job summary

Consilio is seeking an experienced Trial Paralegal for the Dallas, TX office. The role emphasizes trial preparation, courtroom support, and managing complex litigation.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of heavy litigation experience, an Associate’s degree or Paralegal certification, and strong case management skills. Multistate federal litigation experience is a plus, with a competitive benefits package and a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of heavy litigation experience required.
• Associate’s degree and/or Paralegal Certification.
• Strong understanding of litigation & mass tort terms.
• Multi-state federal litigation experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Schedule appointments and meetings for attorneys.
• Manage calendar for deadlines and ensure dates are on the master calendar.
• Assist with document production and review case files.
• Assist attorneys with all aspects of trial preparation and courtroom proceedings.
• Prepare, organize, and manage trial binders, exhibits, and witness files.
• Coordinate subpoenas and trial witnesses.
• Draft and file pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and trial-related documents.
• Manage discovery and exhibit lists.
• Coordinate logistics for trials, hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Maintain case calendars, deadlines, and trial schedules.
• Conduct legal and factual research as needed.
• Provide in-court support during trial and exhibit management.
• Proofread materials for errors and firm standards.

Skills

Litigation experience

Case management

Deadline management

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree / Paralegal certification

Job description

Consilio's direct hire recruiting team is working with a highly regarded regional firm that is seeking to hire a Trial Paralegal to join their Dallas, TX office. This position is not with Consilio directly; it is a direct hire, permanent opportunity with the law firm.

About the Role:

Our client is seeking an experienced Litigation/Trial Paralegal to support attorneys through all phases of litigation, with a strong emphasis on trial preparation and courtroom support. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, thrives under pressure, and has hands-on experience supporting trials from inception through verdict. Responsibilities include:

• Scheduling appointments and meetings for attorneys
• Managing and maintaining calendar for deadlines; ensuring important dates are recorded on the master calendar
• Managing and assisting attorneys with document production; preparing and reviewing case files
• Assisting attorneys with all aspects of trial preparation and courtroom proceedings
• Preparing, organizing, and managing trial binders, exhibits, demonstratives, and witness files
• Coordinating and preparing subpoenas, trial witnesses, and expert witnesses
• Drafting and filing pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and trial-related documents
• Managing and reviewing discovery, including document production and exhibit lists
• Coordinating logistics for trials, hearings, depositions, and mediations
• Maintaining case calendars, deadlines, and trial schedules
• Conducting legal and factual research as needed
• Providing in-court support during trial, including exhibit management and technology support
• Proofreading prepared materials to ensure documents are free from typographical and grammatical errors and formatted according to Firm standards.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

About You:

• Associate’s degree and/or Paralegal Certification
• 10+ years of heavy litigation experience is required
• Strong understanding of litigation & mass tort terms
• Case management skills including a strong aptitude for managing and prioritizing multiple projects and deadlines
• Ability to manage and meet competing deadlines and priorities
• Superior organization skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills
• Deadline and detail oriented
• Excellent organization and problem-solving skills; must be able to maintain a high case volume
• Multi-state federal litigation is a plus

What the Firm Offers:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive and generous benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, short-term, and long-term disability, and life/AD&D
• Matching 401(k), up to 6% match
• Collaborative and diverse work environment
• Compensation based on experience

ELS Consilio, LLC’s Direct Hire Division staffs positions for Consilio clients and does not staff for internal corporate positions at Consilio. Please refer to www.consilio.com to view job opportunities within our company. Consilio, LLC is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.