Paralegal - Dallas, TX (On-site)

This Jobot Job is hosted by: MJ Gillette

About us

We are a well-established litigation practice representing businesses, professionals, and individuals in sophisticated civil matters. Our team handles a diverse caseload involving commercial disputes, professional liability, employment matters, corporate issues, and contract litigation. We are committed to providing thoughtful, strategic legal representation while maintaining a collaborative and professional work environment.

Why join us

• Work alongside experienced attorneys on complex litigation matters
• Gain exposure to commercial litigation, legal malpractice, employment, corporate, and contract disputes
• Take ownership of case organization, discovery, research, and deadline management
• Join a collaborative team where paralegals play an important role in case development
• Build hands-on experience supporting hearings, depositions, and trial preparation
• Work in a fast-paced environment that values accuracy, initiative, and strong organization
• Opportunity for long-term professional development and growth

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files
• Track court deadlines, discovery obligations, hearings, and other key dates
• Conduct legal and factual research related to active matters
• Assist with document review and discovery management
• Prepare exhibits, hearing materials, deposition materials, and trial binders
• Transcribe and format legal documents and correspondence as needed
• Support attorneys with case strategy, hearings, depositions, and trial preparation
• Communicate with clients, courts, vendors, and opposing counsel when appropriate
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with professional and ethical standards
• Manage multiple priorities while ensuring accuracy and timely completion of assignments
• Assist attorneys with preparing pleadings, contracts, discovery responses, correspondence, and other legal documents

Requirements

• Paralegal certificate required
• Prior paralegal or legal case-management experience in a law office preferred
• Experience with commercial litigation, legal malpractice, employment, corporate, or contract matters is a plus

Skills

• Strong legal research and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Strong organizational and deadline-management skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and staff
• Comfortable managing multiple active matters in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with legal documents, case files, and standard office technology

Pay

$70,000 - $85,000 per year