Litigation Paralegal - Dallas

Responsibilities

• Draft petitions, motions, and other legal documents, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and compliance with applicable legal standards.
• Manage the discovery process, including drafting and responding to discovery requests, tracking deadlines, and ensuring thorough case preparation.
• Maintain proactive client communication, addressing concerns and providing regular updates throughout the litigation process.
• Organize and maintain comprehensive electronic case files, ensuring all documentation is current, accurate, and easily accessible.
• Collaborate effectively with attorneys and team members, demonstrating flexibility and a positive attitude when working with diverse perspectives and styles.
• Commit to above-and-beyond availability during trial preparation and proceedings, understanding the demands of high-stakes litigation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation experience, with a strong emphasis on commercial trucking and general negligence cases.
• 3+ years of experience in Personal Injury law.
• Expert knowledge of federal court procedures, including filing and case management.
• Proven success handling cases valued in the 6–7 figure range.
• Comprehensive litigation experience, from initial filing through trial and resolution, with demonstrated ability to draft petitions, motions, and other legal documents.
• Exceptional organizational skills, with keen attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration within a dynamic team environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office and case management software is required.
• Adaptable and resilient, able to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work effectively with attorneys who have strong personalities and diverse approaches.

Total Compensation Package

• Salary + Bonus
• Bonus based on job performance, NOT case load completion.
• Full health insurance coverage and life insurance (100% paid by the firm)
• Dental & Vision offered
• Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and annual performance bonuses
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Monday to Friday work schedule with no weekends