Litigation Paralegal/Legal Asst

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys and litigation teams through all phases of litigation
• Prepare, revise, organize, and file legal documents in state and federal courts
• Manage court deadlines, calendaring, scheduling, and case logistics
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files
• Absorb and assist with discovery, document productions, exhibit preparation, and trial preparation
• Coordinate deposition materials, hearing binders, and trial support materials
• Handle document management and e-discovery organization
• Communicate professionally with attorneys, clients, court personnel, and vendors
• Absorb and assist with administrative and case support functions necessary to keep matters moving efficiently

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree, associate degree, or certificate in paralegal studies, legal studies, or a related field required
• Experience: Several years of litigation experience with familiarity throughout the litigation process, from case initiation through post-trial procedures. Experience in product liability and/or civil litigation is highly desired

Why Lightfoot

Litigation is what we do at Lightfoot, Franklin & White LLC. Our Houston office is growing, and we are seeking a Litigation Paralegal / Legal Assistant to join our team supporting complex litigation matters. This hybrid role combines substantive litigation support responsibilities with high-level legal administrative support in a fast-paced trial practice.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable managing both litigation tasks and day-to-day case support responsibilities. This position works closely with attorneys and litigation teams to help cases move efficiently from inception through trial. This is an on-site in-office position, Monday through Friday, located in the Galleria area of Houston.

Benefits

In addition to our competitive, market-driven compensation and bonus plans, our benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available upon hire
• 401(k) profit-sharing plan
• Paid gym membership
• Paid Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Free parking
• Generous paid time off
• 12 paid holidays annually

Lightfoot is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a workplace built on professionalism, respect, and opportunity for all employees.