Job Description:
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Who Are We?
Ready to work for a law firm that sets a high-quality bar for its work product and prides itself on community involvement? Since its inception in January of 2008, Espinoza & Brock has grown from its founding attorney and one assistant to more than 25 employees, 8 attorneys, and a reputation for standing up for the working-class people of Texas. Our firm is known as a solid litigation firm that's not afraid to go to trial. We file suit, answer discovery, take depositions, hire and designate experts, and, unlike many other firms, we actually go to trial or arbitration — frequently.
What We're Looking For:
We're looking for a BILINGUAL, EXPERIENCED litigation paralegal to step into a senior role supporting a 25-year personal injury trial attorney. This is not an entry-level or training position — we need someone who has already mastered the fundamentals of litigation practice and can run with a case independently, from filing suit through trial, with minimal supervision.
The right person for this role has sharp attention to detail, catches things others miss, and takes ownership of deadlines and client relationships without needing to be told twice. You should be comfortable making judgment calls, prioritizing a demanding docket on your own, and flagging problems before they become emergencies — not waiting to be handed a to-do list. We regularly take our paralegals to trial with us, which is an exhilarating experience for those who thrive on high-stakes, fast-moving work.
Job Responsibilities
- Independently managing a full litigation caseload from suit filing through trial preparation
- Preparing, filing, and coordinating service of pleadings and discovery
- Obtaining trial dates and filing scheduling orders
- Obtaining dates and scheduling depositions, mediations, and hearings for all parties
- Speaking directly with clients to answer questions and guide them through the litigation process
- Proactively managing the attorney's docket and calendar, and flagging conflicts or issues before they arise
- Acting as liaison among all parties' attorneys, the court, arbitrators, or other neutrals for scheduling and the exchange of documents and information
- Organizing and managing case files and documents using the firm's established processes and systems, including AI software, like Eve and Claude
- Using Filevine, the firm's case management, calendaring, and client communication software (training on Filevine specifically provided; prior case-management software experience expected)
- Preparing trial and hearing materials, including exhibit binders, deposition appendices, and court filings, with minimal oversight
Benefits
- Competitive pay — $55,000–$75,000 per year, depending on experience
- Discretionary bonus potential based on achieving firm business objectives
- Growth and advancement opportunities toward leadership roles
- Vacation and Flex Time PTO
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) with company matching
- Professional development assistance
- Gym membership reimbursement
Education and Experience Requirements
5–10+ years of experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in a law firm litigation setting, with substantive personal injury litigation experience strongly preferred
Demonstrated track record of managing a caseload independently, with minimal supervision
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong grammar and spelling required
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook) and case management/calendaring software
References from prior employers that speak to reliability, judgment, and follow-through
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- Typical hours are 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, though this role will sometimes require later hours or weekend work.
Language:
- English & Spanish (Required)
Work Location:
- Convenient central location, close to the airport — 10202 Heritage Blvd., San Antonio, TX 78216 (In person)
Ability to Commute:
- San Antonio, TX 78216 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- San Antonio, TX 78216: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Pay: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
