Litigation Paralegal

Founded in 1946, Law Firm was established on the principles of hiring great people, practicing first class law and focusing on accomplishing clients’ goals. Today it is the firm’s tradition to serve its clients with excellence and enthusiasm that sets it apart as a leader in the field.

At any given time, the firm represents hundreds of clients, from local individuals to multi-million dollar international corporations. Many of these clients have been with the firm for decades and continue to watch their businesses thrive aided by Law Firm’s commitment to success.

The firm’s attorneys have a strong sense of commitment and a hunger for excellence. They come from the nation’s top law schools and are recognized as authorities in their areas of specialty.

The vast knowledge that accompanies this unparalleled expertise and depth of experience has allowed the firm to branch out into a variety of areas of specialty.

Over the years, Firm attorneys have included a former Assistant U.S. Attorney General, a former Special Assistant Texas Attorney General, a former general counsel to the Texas Governor and a former member of the U.S. Solicitor General’s Office. Additionally, five lawyers have served as federal judges on the U.S. Court of Appeals. One was elected president of the State Bar of Texas. Several are former law review editors, have been chancellors, and a number have served as adjunct and visiting professors at The University of Texas at Austin School of Law, Baylor Law School and St. Mary’s Law School in San Antonio.

Extremely high reputation. Bright and accomplished attorneys. Collegial and friendly environment. No billable requirement and good work/life balance. Competitive compensation and great benefits.

Reputable, mid-size, downtown law firm, is seeking a full-time Litigation Paralegal.

Job Duties & Essential Functions:
 Prepares for and attends trials, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, depositions, and meetings; assists
attorneys in trials, hearings, and mediations by handling electronic presentation of evidence and
demonstrative exhibits in the courtroom, including documentary exhibits, video deposition excerpts, and
other matters using trial presentation software, i.e., Trial Director, PowerPoint, etc.;
 Maintains, organizes, and manages document databases;
 Prepares and organizes exhibits and exhibit lists for trials, arbitrations, and depositions;
 Reviews/analyzes case-related documents and records for responsiveness and privilege;
 Manages document collection, including communication with and assistance to clients in document
preservation and collection;
 Manages electronic and paper filing systems;
 Prepares and organizes production and privilege logs;
 Drafts pleadings, disclosures, discovery, witness lists, and routine correspondence;
 Records billable/non-billable time;
 Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
 Working knowledge of Civil Rules of Procedure (state and federal);
 Advanced knowledge of the litigation process, E-Discovery, litigation technology and review platforms, e.g.
LAW, Eclipse, Concordance; Relativity, Sanction, Trial Director, etc.;
 Working knowledge of electronic court filing systems (state and federal);
 Ability to efficiently operate standard office equipment, e.g., computers, copy machines, phones, etc.;
 Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
 Familiarity with DMS (document management system);
 Works well under pressure;
 Team oriented;
 Excellent grammar and proofreading skills;
 Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize a high volume workload, is detail oriented, has
excellent organizational skills and a high standard for work product;
 Must possess interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with a diverse group of attorneys,
clients, staff, and county, state, and federal personnel in person, by telephone, email or other
communication, in order to provide information in a professional manner;
 Ability to exercise discretion and maintain information of a confidential nature;
 Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships;
 Ability to travel outside Austin with occasional extended stays;
 Ability to work overtime, as needed;
 Ability to turn constructive feedback into best practices for future use;
 Ability to lift 25 lbs.
 Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certification with 8+ years of recent experience working as a litigation
paralegal, preferably in a law firm setting, or equivalent combination of education and experience.