Paralegal - Litigation

Vela Wood Staley Young•Dallas, TX

11d

About The Position

Vela Wood is seeking a talented and motivated Litigation Paralegal to join its Austin office and support its litigation and bankruptcy practice. The paralegal works closely with attorneys and other legal professionals throughout all phases of litigation, including case investigation, discovery, document management, trial preparation, and case management. The role calls for strong organization, initiative, attention to detail, collaboration, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Onsite trial support and travel may be required.

Requirements

2–6 years of litigation paralegal experience in a law firm setting.
Working knowledge of Texas state and federal court rules, filing procedures, and litigation deadlines.
Experience preparing legal documents, assisting with discovery, and supporting litigation matters.
Familiarity with electronic court filing systems and litigation case management processes.
Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to balance multiple assignments and competing deadlines.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accurate, high-quality work.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with attorneys, clients, and external parties.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat, and willingness to learn and use new technology.
Resourcefulness, proactivity, and comfort taking ownership of assigned tasks while knowing when to seek guidance.
Collaborative approach and ability to contribute to a positive, efficient, and supportive work environment.
Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, evolving legal environment.
Integrity, humility, and respect.

Nice To Haves

Paralegal certification, or equivalent education and experience.
Experience with e-discovery platforms, preferably Everlaw, or ability to quickly learn new litigation support technology.
Exposure to trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, trial notebooks, and supporting documentation.

Responsibilities

Support attorneys throughout all phases of litigation, from case inception through trial and appeal.
Conduct legal research and assist with compiling, reviewing, and summarizing case materials, including discovery responses and deposition transcripts.
Maintain and organize case files, calendars, deadlines, and dockets to support timely completion of assignments and compliance with court requirements.
Track case developments, upcoming deadlines, and litigation-related tasks.
Draft, proofread, format, and prepare pleadings, motions, subpoenas, discovery requests, and other legal documents for attorney review.
Prepare and electronically file documents in Texas state and federal courts in accordance with applicable rules and procedures.
Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files, including exhibits, correspondence, and discovery materials.
Assist with document collection, review, organization, and production during discovery.
Use litigation support and e-discovery platforms, including Everlaw, to manage case documents and discovery materials.
Assist with preparation for depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials, including coordinating schedules, preparing exhibits, and organizing supporting materials.
Coordinate with clients, witnesses, experts, vendors, opposing counsel, and court personnel as needed.
Prepare trial notebooks, exhibit lists, witness materials, and other trial-related documentation.
Provide logistical and administrative support throughout trial preparation.
Provide onsite trial support and travel as needed.