Litigation Paralegal
About The Position
We are working with a nationally recognized Law Firm to add an experienced Litigation Paralegal to their Houston office. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned paralegal who wants to operate at a high level, supporting complex commercial defense, construction litigation, and personal injury defense matters. The team is collaborative, detail-oriented, and fast-paced, offering strong exposure across the full litigation lifecycle, from pre-claim investigation through trial and appeal. Why this role stands out: · Substantive, hands-on litigation work across complex matters · Exposure to sophisticated eDiscovery workflows and trial preparation · High-level collaboration with attorneys and litigation teams · Strong compensation and benefits package · Hybrid schedule (3 days in office)
Requirements
- 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience in a law firm or corporate legal environment
- Strong experience with discovery, filings, and trial preparation
- Experience with eDiscovery platforms (Relativity preferred)
- Solid understanding of federal and state court procedures
- Ability to manage multiple matters in a deadline-driven environment
- Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills
- Proactive, ownership-driven mindset
- Strong communication skills and ability to work across teams
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate preferred
Responsibilities
- Support attorneys through all phases of litigation, from pre-claim investigation through trial and post-trial
- Draft and file legal documents including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and discovery materials
- Manage state and federal court filings, ensuring compliance with jurisdictional requirements
- Maintain and track case calendars, including hearings, deadlines, and procedural timelines
- Oversee document production processes including review, redaction, and Bates labeling
- Utilize eDiscovery platforms (including Relativity) to manage large-scale document review and production
- Organize and maintain case files, deposition materials, and trial binders (physical and electronic)
- Conduct legal research and cite-checking using tools such as Westlaw
- Coordinate depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial logistics
- Assist with trial preparation including exhibit lists, deposition designations, and briefing materials
Benefits
- Strong compensation and benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
