Paralegal - Litigation

Our client, a growing Austin area law firm, is looking to hire an experienced Litigation Paralegal. The Paralegal will take a substantive role in managing all phases of litigation matters filed in both state and federal courts. The Paralegal will work closely with attorneys to provide assistance with preparation of pleadings, court filings, discovery, and document productions. The Paralegal will keep the attorneys aware of and prepared for approaching deadlines and due dates.

Qualifications

Draft a wide variety of legal documents

Organize and manage case documents and document databases

Prepare and maintain witness, discovery, and evidentiary materials

Assist attorneys with preparation for depositions, witness interviews, expert meetings, court hearings, mediation and trial

Knowledgeable with state and federal procedural court rules, proper docketing procedure, e-filing process and procedure, and e-discovery rules and process

Perform a wide variety of legal research and data compilation, with little or no supervision

Assist team with calendaring of litigation deadlines and due dates

Communicate with clients, witnesses, experts, and court personnel Requirements

5+ years of paralegal experience; experience in construction litigation is a plus

4+ years of solid trial and/or e-discovery experience is required

Paralegal certification and/or degree from accredited college or university is preferred

Ability to prioritize projects

Proficient in all Microsoft applications (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Westlaw and document management software

Please reference job #54181.