R L Barclay and Associates LLC
Paralegal / Legal Assistant - Litigation 60781
R L Barclay and 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 near the Allen Parkway/Montrose area 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 3 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 3 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.