R. L. Barclay & Associates, LLC
Paralegal / Legal Assistant - Litigation
R. L. Barclay & Associates, LLC, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Our client, a reputable and growing Houston area law firm, is ready to hire an experienced Litigation Paralegal. This is a direct hire/permanent opportunity and is in the office Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day.
Essential Functions
Draft and prepare discovery requests and responses Assist attorneys with drafting legal documents, including complaints, motions, and briefs Conduct basic legal research and cite-checking File legal documents electronically in both State and Federal courts Manage case calendars and track critical litigation deadlines Organize case files, exhibits, and trial binders Coordinate trial preparation logistics and provide in-court support as needed Support attorneys through all phases of litigation, from pre-suit to trial Qualifications
Minimum 4 years of experience as a litigation paralegal Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines In-depth understanding of legal terminology, procedures, and court rules (State and Federal) Experience with eFiling systems and eDiscovery tools Ability to work independently and collaboratively with attorneys and other team members Paralegal Certificate and/or Associate/Bachelor's Degree in a related field Prior experience supporting attorneys in civil litigation matters Familiarity with case management software (e.g., Clio, Relativity, or similar platforms)
Please reference job ID #60781.
Essential Functions
Draft and prepare discovery requests and responses Assist attorneys with drafting legal documents, including complaints, motions, and briefs Conduct basic legal research and cite-checking File legal documents electronically in both State and Federal courts Manage case calendars and track critical litigation deadlines Organize case files, exhibits, and trial binders Coordinate trial preparation logistics and provide in-court support as needed Support attorneys through all phases of litigation, from pre-suit to trial Qualifications
Minimum 4 years of experience as a litigation paralegal Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines In-depth understanding of legal terminology, procedures, and court rules (State and Federal) Experience with eFiling systems and eDiscovery tools Ability to work independently and collaboratively with attorneys and other team members Paralegal Certificate and/or Associate/Bachelor's Degree in a related field Prior experience supporting attorneys in civil litigation matters Familiarity with case management software (e.g., Clio, Relativity, or similar platforms)
Please reference job ID #60781.