Electric and Environmental Regulatory Paralegal

About the role

The Electric and Environmental Regulatory Paralegal role at Jackson Walker, one of the largest law firms in Texas, is available in their Austin office. This full-time position offers support to attorneys in electric and environmental regulatory permitting, compliance, and litigation matters.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and compile complex regulatory applications.
• Organize and label exhibits and supporting documentation.
• Submit electronic filings and supplemental filings.
• Track filings and maintain compliance with deadlines and regulatory requirements.
• Draft discovery requests including interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admissions, and disclosures.
• Aid attorneys and clients in responding to discovery requests.
• Review documents for relevancy and privilege and prepare privilege logs.
• Cover document collection and production.
• Coordinate depositions, including preparing notices or subpoenas and arranging court reporters.
• Communicate with witnesses and assist in preparing deposition materials.
• Aid in preparation of testimony, motions, and pre-hearing briefs.
• Manage exhibits and take notes during hearings.
• Coordinate witness logistics and attendance.
• Maintain and update exhibit lists throughout proceedings.
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients to prepare for daily hearing activities.
• Prepare post-hearing briefs and ensure timely filing of all post-hearing documents.
• Support environmental due diligence reviews and regulatory research.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Paralegal certification required; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant paralegal experience in a law firm, preferably within environmental or regulatory practice.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, litigation processes, and regulatory procedures.
• Experience with e-filing systems and regulatory agency requirements.
• Proficiency in legal research tools (Westlaw, Lexis).
• Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.