Litigation Paralegal
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$100 - $115 per hour |
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| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Dallas, Texas |
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Job Description
Job Title: Litigation Paralegal
Location (City, State): Dallas, TX
Work Schedule: Full-Time | Hybrid
Type of Employment: Direct Hire
Compensation: $100-115K
Industry: Legal Services
Benefits: This position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings options, paid time off, and other employer-sponsored benefits.
Job Description
Addison Group is partnering with our client to identify an experienced Litigation Paralegal for a full-time opportunity in Dallas, TX. This role supports attorneys handling complex litigation matters and requires a highly organized professional who can effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. The ideal candidate brings extensive litigation experience, strong analytical abilities, and a proactive approach to supporting cases through all phases of the litigation lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive litigation support from case inception through resolution, including trial and post-trial activities.
- Organize, maintain, and manage large volumes of case-related documents, evidence, and electronic files.
- Coordinate and assist with all phases of discovery, including drafting discovery requests and responses, preparing deposition materials, and supporting expert witness matters.
- Manage document review projects and production processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with case requirements.
- Analyze case materials and prepare summaries of key documents, deposition testimony, witness interviews, and court proceedings.
- Conduct legal and factual research utilizing online databases and legal research platforms.
- Support motion practice by preparing filing materials, exhibits, and service documentation while coordinating court submissions.
- Draft routine legal documents, correspondence, notices, pleadings, and other litigation-related materials.
- Review filings and case documents to ensure compliance with applicable court rules, procedural requirements, and formatting standards.
- Assist with trial preparation by organizing exhibits, maintaining case calendars, coordinating witness logistics, and preparing trial notebooks.
- Support post-trial activities, including preparation of related filings and organization of records for potential appeals.
- Maintain accurate timekeeping and case activity records.
- Collaborate with attorneys, court personnel, vendors, and other stakeholders to facilitate efficient case management.
- Provide additional litigation and administrative support as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required; Paralegal Certificate from an accredited program preferred.
- Paralegal certification is a plus.
- Minimum of 10 years of litigation paralegal experience within a law firm environment.
- Demonstrated experience supporting complex litigation matters through trial.
- Strong knowledge of federal and state court procedures, filing requirements, and litigation workflows.
- Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally at all levels.
- Skilled in preparing legal summaries, reports, pleadings, and case-related documentation.
- Experience with trial preparation, exhibit management, witness coordination, subpoena processing, and courtroom support.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, document management systems, and litigation support software.
- Experience with e-filing platforms and legal technology tools such as Relativity, Opus 2, or similar applications preferred.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Willingness to work additional hours when needed to support case demands and trial schedules.