Litigation Paralegal (Plaintiff - Personal Injury)
Addison Group · Austin, TX · Yesterday
On-siteAdministrative$30–$35/hrContract
Remote contract position with a small, collaborative litigation-focused law firm in Austin. The firm handles a variety of state and federal matters in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment where teamwork, accountability, and initiative are highly valued.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Litigation Paralegal who can step into a fast-moving environment and contribute immediately. This role requires a confident, detail-oriented legal professional with strong litigation and discovery experience who is comfortable managing deadlines and supporting attorneys across state and federal matters.
Responsibilities
- Support attorneys in both state and federal litigation matters
- Manage all phases of discovery, including drafting, reviewing, organizing, and responding to discovery requests
- Track and maintain court deadlines and internal case timelines
- Assist with case preparation, filings, and trial support as needed
- Take ownership of assigned matters and proactively drive case progress
- Ensure accuracy and organization across all litigation documentation
- Serve as a dependable support resource within a small legal team
- Contribute to a culture of accountability, professionalism, and teamwork
Requirements
- 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience required
- Strong understanding of both state and federal court processes
- Extensive hands-on discovery experience required
- Ability to work independently with minimal ramp-up time
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing deadlines
- High attention to detail and strong written/verbal communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, small-team environment
- Must be highly dependable and deadline-focused
- Must take initiative and not wait for direction
- Must be comfortable prioritizing work over personal scheduling when court deadlines require it
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) eligibility
- Opportunity to join a close-knit litigation team with strong mentorship
- Exposure to both state and federal cases
- High level of ownership over assigned matters
- Clear opportunity to earn flexibility over time
- Stable contract-to-hire pathway with long-term potential
Pay
$30–35/hour
Schedule
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM