Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation.  If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Paralegal position in our Houston Office.

This hybrid position offers the flexibility to work remotely 40% of the time.

The Position

This is an excellent opportunity for legal professionals seeking to expand their careers who are interested in gaining fast-paced professional experience with a national law firm. This position does require billable hours. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct searches via Lexis and social media
• Process and follow up on authorizations for the receipt of medical, employment, worker’s compensation, disability, tax, union, educational and other records
• Order records and maintain a production log
• Review, analyze and organize document productions by opposing parties and co-defendants
• Draft discovery requests and answers
• Draft stipulations, orders, motions to compel, motions for show cause
• Redact and Bates stamp documents
• Determine, prepare and organize material needed for expert witness review, mediation, and deposition
• Trial preparation, including determination and preparation of exhibits, witness materials, and pre-trial filings

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, Paralegal certificate preferred
• 5+ years’ experience as a litigation paralegal or insurance claims handler in a fast paced, high volume, team-oriented environment
• Insurance defense experience is a plus
• Experience with pretrial discovery, hearings, arbitration and trial preparations
• Must be proactive and able to prioritize tasks for multiple stakeholders, including attorneys and clients
• Analytical thinking and decision-making skills are critical
• Clear and effective communication skills both orally and written