Litigation Paralegal (Plaintiff-side Personal Injury)

Crisp Recruit • Fort Worth, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The role of Litigation Paralegal at Stephens Law is pivotal in supporting the firm's mission to fight for justice and secure maximum compensation for clients suffering from catastrophic injuries. This position is crafted for an elite paralegal who can manage personal injury cases from intake through to litigation and resolution, ensuring clients receive empathetic and effective advocacy during their most challenging times.

Requirements

• Experience: At least 5 years of personal injury litigation experience, preferably in higher-end cases such as trucking or commercial vehicle accidents.
• Caseload Management: Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple cases effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with CasePeer is a plus, but a willingness and ability to learn quickly is essential.
• Soft Skills: Strong multitasker, self-starter, team player, with excellent client communication and high empathy.
• Location: Preference for candidates living near Fort Worth to ensure long-term commitment and easy commute.

Responsibilities

• Case Management: Handle a caseload of at least 20 active personal injury litigation cases, primarily involving trucking and commercial vehicle accidents, from intake to resolution.
• Document Drafting: Draft petitions, discovery, and motions, ensuring thorough preparation for litigation milestones and deadlines.
• Client Interaction: Serve as the primary contact for clients, offering empathy and professionalism in communications with those experiencing significant trauma.
• Litigation Support: Assist attorneys in preparing for trial, maintaining a well-organized case file, and ensuring timely action on all legal tasks.
• Collaboration: Work closely with legal and administrative staff to manage day-to-day operations and special projects, contributing to the firm's high-impact work.

Benefits

• Competitive Base + Game-Changing Bonus: We offer a competitive base (based on experience) plus an extremely generous bonus structure that materially changes the total compensation conversation. We’ll walk you through real examples during the interview process.
• Extremely Generous Bonus Structure: Our bonus opportunity is designed to be meaningful and performance-driven — it can be a true difference-maker in total compensation. You’ll hear directly from us how it works and what “great” looks like.
• Health Benefits: 100% employer-paid individual health insurance (PPO), becoming eligible after 30 days of employment.
• Retirement Plan: Retirement benefits available after 1 year of employment, ensuring long-term financial security.
• Generous PTO: Progressive PTO accrual starting at 10 days, with added flexibility for strong performers.
• Early Fridays: Office frequently closes early on Fridays, providing additional work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed