Well-established Texas law firm that focuses on construction law and commercial litigation is seeking a Litigation Paralegal. This is an opportunity to work alongside experienced attorneys on sophisticated, high-profile matters in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. Firm allows 2 remote days per week and a collegial culture where paralegals are valued as key members of the legal team.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive litigation support from case inception through trial
- Manage case calendars, deadlines, and court filings in state and federal courts
- Maintain court dockets, including calendaring docket control orders
- Draft, prepare, edit, proofread, and file pleadings, discovery requests, subpoenas, motions, petitions, and other legal documents
- Assist attorneys with preparation for depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial
- Organize, review, and summarize large volumes of records and discovery materials
- Prepare deposition and trial binders, exhibit lists, and witness materials
- Schedule court hearings, depositions, and other legal proceedings
- Coordinate with clients, experts, court personnel, and opposing counsel
- Conduct factual research and assist with case strategy and document analysis
- Organize and maintain legal documents within the firm’s document management system
- Source and verify relevant case information
- Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues
Qualifications
- Associate degree or equivalent legal education preferred
- 8–10 years of litigation paralegal experience required
- Strong knowledge of Texas and federal court procedures and filing requirements
- Prior involvement in trial preparation and/or depositions strongly preferred
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Teams) and other business technologies
- Experience with litigation support and document management software preferred
- Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team environment
- High standards of professionalism, client service, and confidentiality
- Paralegal certificate or ABA-approved training a plus
- Notary public preferred
- Proven experience working in a professional office environment
AUSDH40
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Austin, TX 78746
