Trial Paralegal - Litigation 69279

R.L. Barclay & Associates; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

R.L. Barclay & Associates is seeking a senior litigation paralegal to support civil and commercial litigation matters in Texas. The role emphasizes meticulous calendaring, filing, discovery workflows, and trial preparation.

You will manage complex document production, eDiscovery tasks, and deposition support, working closely with attorneys to maintain case strategy and client service. The ideal candidate has nine or more years of litigation experience, a Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal

Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal in a trial law firm or civil/commercial litigation environment.
• Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Calendaring hearings, court appearances, and managing deadlines.
• Drafting routine court filings with precision per jurisdiction.
• Manage hard copy and electronic case files, email, and deposition/hearing binders.
• Conduct targeted internet research and locate case law using Westlaw and other platforms.
• Support eDiscovery processes including ESI protocols and Relativity databases.
• Assist with document production including redaction and Bates labeling.
• Perform cite-checking of legal briefs and memoranda.
• Organize and index legal documents to support trial preparation.
• Coordinate deposition prep and witness file creation.
• Develop trial exhibit lists and deposition designation databases.

Skills

Litigation support

eDiscovery workflows

Calendaring & docketing

Deposition preparation

Education

Bachelor's degree or Paralegal certificate

Tools

iManage

Trial Director

Reveal

Local Discovery

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform a wide range of administrative litigation support duties, including calendaring hearings, court appearances, and calculating discovery and procedural deadlines.
• Draft routine court filings such as notices of appearance, pro hac vice motions, motions for extension of time, motions for default, deposition notices, and subpoenas with precision and adherence to jurisdictional requirements.
• Manage both hard copy and electronic case files, including organizing and maintaining email correspondence, electronic document repositories, and preparing comprehensive deposition, hearing, andtrialbinders.
• Conduct targeted internet research, including retrieving case law and legal authority from Westlaw and other legal research platforms.
• Demonstrate advancedeDiscoverycapabilities, including drafting and implementing ESI protocols, collaborating with the eDiscovery team to establish and maintainRelativitydatabases, applying tagging criteria, conducting document review, and managing team workflows for document production.
• Assist with document production processes, including redaction, duplication, and Bates labeling of responsive materials.
• Perform cite-checking of legal briefs and memoranda, ensuring accuracy of legal citations and exhibit references.
• Organize, analyze, and index legal documents and exhibits to support case strategy andtrialpreparation.
• Provide comprehensive support for deposition preparation, including witness file creation and coordination with attorneys.
• Create and managetrialexhibit lists and deposition designation databases; assist in the preparation of pre-trial and post-trial briefing materials.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with individuals at all levels of the firm, demonstrating a high level of service orientation and discretion.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of 9 years of experience as a litigation paralegal in a trial law firm, civil litigation/corporate defense/complex commercial litigation.
• Bachelors degree and/or Paralegal certificate required.
• In person trial attendance experience in civil litigation cases is required.
• Must be well-versed in federal and state court procedures and e-filing.
• Must have prior experience with calendaring, docketing, document review, document production, deposition summaries, etc.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong proofreading abilities.
• Software experience should include iManage, Trial Director, Reveal, Local Discovery or other eDiscovery software programs.
• Solid knowledge of legal principles, litigation procedures, and court rules.
• Demonstrated ability to apply litigation knowledge across all phases of the case lifecycle, from pre-trial through post-trial.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to case management.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with attorneys, clients, and staff while maintaining a high standard of professionalism and client service.
• Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion and integrity.
• Willingness and ability to work moderate to heavy overtime as needed to meet case deadlines and trial schedules.

Please reference job ID #69279.

About R.L. Barclay & Associates

Founded in 2012, R.L. Barclay & Associates has earned a strong reputation in the recruiting industry by consistently placing top-tier talent across a broad range of disciplines. Our areas of expertise include Legal, Mortgage, Banking, Sales, Marketing, Accounting, Information Technology, Human Resources, Administrative, Oil & Gas, and Engineering.

R.L. Barclay & Associates has successfully placed hundreds of experienced professionals in law firms and corporations throughout Texas, as well as in multiple states nationwide. To learn more about our company and the current openings in our network, please visit www.rlbarclay.com.