Paralegal

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of assigned attorneys and paralegals to meet firm/client needs.
• Support litigation process, including discovery, motion practice, hearings, mediations, trials, and arbitrations.
• Create legal documents such as petitions, answers, discovery, motions, pre-trial motions, legal memoranda, waivers, memos, case briefs, request medical records, Rule 11 agreements, settlements, and client correspondence.
• Compile deposition and trial notebooks, conduct client interviews, prepare pleadings, assist with investigations, and stay updated on all discovery phases.
• Proofread and format all materials accurately.
• Provide assistance to other paralegals as needed to meet firm/client needs.
• Organize and prioritize workload to facilitate team efforts towards achieving firm and client goals.
• Adhere to firm policies, including attendance guidelines, dress code, security measures, and confidentiality requirements.

Benefits and Perks

• Top-of-the-market pay
• Discretionary bonuses based on firm profitability, tenure, and performance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance covering 100% of employee-only premiums
• 401(k) retirement plan with employee contributions starting at day one and firm contributions after one year
• Additional benefits:
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid holidays, PTO, short-term disability, long-term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance, and discounted gym memberships
• Professional development opportunities

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of plaintiff personal injury litigation, including understanding court practices, requirements, and deadlines in state and federal courts.
• Proven ability to manage complex cases independently and effectively from file to trial.
• A proactive work ethic, strong decision-making skills, attention to detail, flexibility, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging legal environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to collaborate as part of a team.
• Willingness to work extended hours, evenings, weekends, and travel as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7+ years of plaintiff personal injury litigation experience, including courtroom trial experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certification from an ABA-approved program (preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as needed.

Position Type

This is a full-time position based in Houston. Competitive compensation is based on experience and qualifications.