Litigation Paralegal

Kean Miller LLP • The Woodlands, TX

9h • Onsite

About The Position

With over 240 attorneys and eight office locations in Texas and Louisiana, Kean Miller serves as legal counsel to the people and industries that drive the energy-belt economy. From our offices in The Woodlands, Houston, Lake Charles, Lafayette, downtown Baton Rouge, Bluebonnet-Baton Rouge, New Orleans and Shreveport, Fortune 500 companies, national businesses, and local companies rely on Kean Miller for efficient legal services and practical advice, always provided in a cost-efficient manner. In the courtroom and the boardroom, Kean Miller attorneys create unique solutions, pragmatic strategies, and unparalleled value that allow our clients to perform at the highest level.

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our team in The Woodlands. This is a 100% in-office position.

Requirements

• Exhibits professional verbal and written communication skills
• Keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Possess strong technical skills
• Must be able to multi-task and successfully manage a variety of demands daily
• Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven team environment
• Keeps appropriate people informed of the status of projects, work, and deadlines
• Maintains a positive and “can do” attitude
• Flexible and willing to pitch in wherever needed
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree preferred; Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program highly desired
• Minimum of 3 years of prior litigation paralegal experience
• Comprehensive knowledge of all facets of the litigation lifecycle: case management, high-volume discovery, document review, and trial support
• Technical proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required

Nice To Haves

• Preferred probate litigation experience

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with all phases of litigation from case inception through discovery, resolution or trial, post-trial, and case closure
• Prepare court filings and assemble exhibits, ensuring accuracy, proper formatting, and compliance with court rules
• Assist with document collections, reviews, and productions, including organizing and managing high-volume document sets
• Draft and respond to discovery demands (interrogatories, requests for production, etc.), including managing large volumes of discovery materials
• Assist with preparation and support for depositions, hearings, and mediations
• Review, analyze, and summarize depositions, medical records, and other case-critical documents
• Maintain case dockets and calendars, including tracking deadlines related to discovery and court filings
• Coordinate electronic discovery, including working with vendors and internal teams to ensure timely and accurate production
• Other administrative and litigation support duties as assigned

Benefits

• We offer a people-first culture, meaningful work, competitive salaries, and an extensive benefits package that includes health, life, disability, dental, vision coverage and 401(k).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees