Litigation Paralegal

Uvalle Law Firm, PLLC•Dallas, TX

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Litigation Paralegal will provide paralegal services for client cases which reach litigation status. This role involves significant client contact, timely answering and returning client calls, and taking timely actions regarding litigation cases. A key responsibility is the immediate documentation of all available data in the case file, adhering to the principle that if it is not in the file, it did not happen.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years' experience in Personal Injury Law.
A strong foundation in Personal Injury Litigation support, with experience in preparing cases for trial.
Strong organizational, analytical, and multitasking skills are required.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong time management with the ability to handle a high volume of work and work under pressure.
Attention to detail and the ability to maintain confidentiality are essential.

Responsibilities

Accurately draft Petitions, Answers, Discovery, Motions, Demands, and other legal documents as needed.
Prepare cases for the litigation process, such as scheduling deadlines, hearing, and trial dates.
Schedule calendars for hearing, depositions, and mediations.
File appropriate documents with courts and serve opposing parties.
Assist Litigation Attorney with case management and trial as needed.
Continually communicate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, experts, and mediators.
Sort, scan, rename, save and distribute litigation mail and faxes.
Audit cases for all expenses (medical bills, case expenses, LOP providers, subro liens).
Accurately maintain case management data in Salesforce (case management database).
Prepare trial documents and assist with trial preparation.