Job Description
Salary: $50,000 - $65,000 per year DOE
H1 and H2 Headings:
H1: Experienced Civil Litigation Paralegal Position Available at Law Firm in Houston, TX
H2: Job Description and Responsibilities
H2: Skills and Qualifications
H2: Benefits and Salary Information
Experienced Civil Litigation Paralegal Position Available at Law Firm in Houston, TX
Job Description and Responsibilities:
- Assisting primarily the civil litigation team with active cases, including trials and hearings - Preparing case pleadings, e-filing, drafting legal documents, and conducting research - Communicating with courts, attorneys, and clients - Organizing files for legal proceedings - Previous experience in corporate law and business contract disputes preferred - Full-time, in-person position with benefits after probationary period
Skills and Qualifications:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English - Bachelor's degree required, fluency in multiple languages preferred - Certification or associate degree in paralegal studies preferred - Investigative mind and strong research skills - Knowledge of legal database software - Excellent communication and time management skills - Proficiency in Adobe PDF and Microsoft Suite - Familiarity with Clio a plus - Strong organizational skills and ability to work well under pressure - Ability to multitask
Benefits and Salary Information:
- Full-time position with benefits including dental and health insurance, paid time off, and professional development assistance - Ability to commute or relocate to Houston, TX (required) - Salary range of $50,000 - $65,000 per year, depending on experience
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Preparing and e-filing, e-serving federal and state court documents - Drafting and preparing court documents - Preparing hearing binders and trial binders - Conducting research, investigating facts, and developing legal arguments - Contacting court clerk for availability for hearings, drafting notices of hearings, and attaching them to attorney filings - Preparing logistics for depositions - Maintaining files in Clio in an organized manner with correct labeling - Keeping track of and recording all billable and non-billable time into Clio system - Keeping track of changes in legal framework and providing timely updates on these changes - Following up on pending tasks for attorneys or court responses - Organizing service of process - Conducting conflicts checks - Drafting shell discovery questions and responses for attorney review - Calendaring events for attorneys for deadlines, hearings, etc. - Bates-labeling discovery - Assisting with office-related and non-legal matters as needed by supervisors.
Job Types: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental Insurance - Health insurance - Paid time off - Professional development assistance
Salary: $50,000 - $65,000 per year DOE
Law Firm in Houston, TX is Seeking an Experienced Civil Litigation Paralegal
Are you an experienced civil litigation paralegal looking for a new opportunity? Our law firm in Houston, TX is currently seeking a skilled and dedicated individual to join our team. This is a full-time, in-person position with benefits after the probationary period. If you have a positive attitude, strong organizational skills, and a passion for the legal field, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities:
- Assisting our civil litigation team with active cases, including trials and hearings - Preparing case pleadings, e-filing, drafting legal documents, and conducting research - Communicating with courts, attorneys, and clients - Organizing files for legal proceedings - Previous experience in corporate law and business contract disputes preferred
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree (in any field) required - Strong written and verbal communication skills in English - Fluency in multiple languages is preferred, especially Chinese or Spanish - Certification or associate degree in paralegal studies preferred, but not required - Investigative mind and strong research skills - Knowledge of legal database software - Excellent communication and time management skills - Proficiency in Adobe PDF and Microsoft Suite - Familiarity with Clio a plus - Ability to work well under pressure and multitask
Benefits:
- Full-time position with benefits including dental and health insurance, paid time off, and professional development assistance - Ability to commute or relocate to Houston, TX (required) - Salary range of $50,000 - $65,000 per year, depending on experience
Join our team at Law Firm in Houston, TX as an Experienced Civil Litigation Paralegal and take your career to the next level! Apply now and become a valuable member of our team.
