Litigation Paralegal

FERGUSON BRASWELL FRASER & KUBASTA PC•Austin, TX

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Litigation Paralegal supports attorneys in all phases of the litigation process, from case inception through trial and appeal. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Work is performed under attorney supervision with a high degree of independence on routine matters.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program preferred
Minimum 3 years of litigation paralegal experience in a law firm environment
Practice-specific experience may be required for specialized litigation (e.g., complex commercial litigation, employment, personal injury, class actions)
Experience with federal and state court procedures and rules
Experience with discovery, depositions, and trial preparation
Multi-jurisdictional litigation experience preferred
Strong knowledge of court rules and procedures (state and federal)
Familiarity with Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and local court rules
Advanced proficiency in legal research tools and databases (Westlaw, LexisNexis)
Exceptional organizational and analytical skills with strong attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High level of discretion, professionalism, and ability to maintain confidentiality
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Experience with legal practice management software and document management systems
Experience with litigation support software (e.g., Relativity, Concordance, CaseMap, Summation) preferred
Experience with e-filing platforms and court electronic filing systems (CM/ECF, state portals)
Ability to manage multiple complex cases simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to remain calm and organized under pressure
Demonstrated proficiency with emerging legal technology tools, including AI-assisted research platforms and e-discovery applications

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program
Practice-specific experience may be required for specialized litigation (e.g., complex commercial litigation, employment, personal injury, class actions)
Multi-jurisdictional litigation experience
Experience with litigation support software (e.g., Relativity, Concordance, CaseMap, Summation)
Demonstrated proficiency with emerging legal technology tools, including AI-assisted research platforms and e-discovery applications

Responsibilities

Assist with case management from intake through resolution
Maintain comprehensive case files with focus on substantive organization and usability
Track case developments and maintain case status reports
Organize evidence, exhibits, and case materials for attorney review
Maintain chronologies, fact summaries, and case timelines
Assist attorneys with case strategy and analysis
Draft pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda under attorney supervision
Prepare responses to motions and oppositions
Draft discovery requests and responses (interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admission)
Prepare subpoenas and coordinate service
Format and finalize legal documents in accordance with court rules and firm standards
E-file documents in state and federal courts using electronic filing systems
Coordinate and prepare discovery (requests, responses, document production)
Review, organize, and summarize documents for case strategy and trial preparation
Assist with document review for relevance, privilege, and responsiveness
Prepare privilege logs and document indices
Organize and manage large-scale document productions
Coordinate with vendors for e-discovery and document management services
Track discovery deadlines and ensure timely compliance
Conduct legal and factual research using legal databases (Westlaw, LexisNexis) and public records
Analyze and summarize case law, statutes, and regulations
Prepare legal memoranda and research summaries
Assist with cite-checking and bluebooking briefs and memoranda
Research procedural rules and filing requirements
Assist with deposition preparation including outlines, exhibits, and witness coordination
Prepare deposition summaries and indices
Organize deposition transcripts and exhibits
Coordinate expert witnesses, consultants, and vendors
Prepare trial binders, exhibit lists, and witness lists
Organize trial materials including demonstrative exhibits and technology presentations
Assist with witness preparation and coordination
Attend depositions, hearings, and trials as needed to provide support to attorneys
Prepare post-trial motions and assist with appeals coordination
Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and vendors regarding substantive legal matters
Respond to client inquiries regarding case status and legal strategy
Coordinate with co-counsel and experts on case-related matters
Maintain professional relationships with court personnel and opposing counsel
Manage and track deadlines, court dates, and filings in firm docketing systems and shared calendars
Monitor court dockets for case updates and new filings
Ensure compliance with court rules, filing deadlines, and procedural requirements
Coordinate scheduling of depositions, hearings, and other case events
Follow firm SOPs for document naming and storage
Leverage NetDocs to manage files
Utilize approved templates
Manage attorney signatures for filings
Track expense reports and credit card receipts; file in accordance with firm standards and processes