[Hiring] Texas Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal @Get Linked up LLC

Role Description

The Litigation Paralegal will work directly with our attorneys to manage personal injury cases from the filing of a lawsuit through trial. The ideal candidate has extensive experience with Texas civil litigation, understands Texas Rules of Civil Procedure, and can independently manage a high-volume litigation caseload.

• Manage a litigation caseload from suit filing through trial preparation.
• Draft and file pleadings, motions, notices, discovery requests, discovery responses, and subpoenas.
• Prepare and electronically file documents through Texas eFile.
• Calculate and monitor litigation deadlines in accordance with the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure and court scheduling orders.
• Coordinate service of process and monitor returns of service.
• Organize medical records, billing records, and other case evidence.
• Prepare deposition notices, witness files, exhibit notebooks, and trial binders.
• Schedule depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial settings.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, expert witnesses, and medical providers.
• Assist attorneys with mediation and trial preparation.
• Maintain accurate case management notes and ensure all deadlines are met.
• Review incoming pleadings and correspondence and take appropriate action.
• Support attorneys during trial as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of Texas personal injury litigation experience (required).
• Thorough knowledge of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure and Texas court filing procedures.
• Experience managing litigation cases from filing through resolution.
• Proficiency with Texas eFile system.
• Strong knowledge of discovery, depositions, mediation, and trial preparation.
• Experience reviewing and organizing medical records and billing records.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal Certificate preferred.
• Experience using case management software such as Filevine, Litify, SmartAdvocate, Needles, Clio, or similar.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and document management systems.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.