Paralegal

On behalf of our client, our recruiting firm is seeking a skilled Paralegal to join their Dallas, Texas office. This role involves providing essential support to attorneys by managing cases, conducting research, drafting documents, and organizing case materials. The ideal candidate will possess strong research, writing, and litigation skills, with a preference for experience in toxic tort or general litigation. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic litigation team in a fast-paced, client-focused setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft routine legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and production documents.

• Manage multiple cases from inception through trial, ensuring timely and accurate handling of case materials.

• Collect, organize, analyze, and summarize medical records, deposition transcripts, and discovery pleadings.

• Conduct document searches and factual research from various sources to support case preparation.

• Review and analyze documents to assist attorneys in litigation strategy development.

• Maintain and organize case files using established systems to ensure accessibility and compliance.

• Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, and court personnel.

• Support attorneys in all phases of the litigation process, adapting to changing priorities and deadlines.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Paralegal Certificate from an accredited school required; Bachelor’s Degree strongly preferred.

• 2+ years of experience as a toxic tort and/or general litigation paralegal preferred.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Professional/Adobe DC.

• Comprehensive knowledge of the litigation process, with the ability to assist attorneys from case onset to trial.

• Exceptional research, writing, and communication skills, with the ability to draft clear and precise legal documents.

• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to shifting priorities.

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, troubleshoot issues, and develop solutions.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset to thrive within a litigation team.