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Title : Senior Paralegal

Location : Texas - Houston
Refer to Job # SCDO861038

Senior Paralegal Houston, TX 77027 Full-time Job details No matching job preferences Job Type Full-time Are you looking for Full-time work? Shift and Schedule 8 hour shift Qualifications High school or equivalent (Preferred) Paralegal: 7 years (Preferred) Paralegal Certificate (Preferred) Benefits Pulled from the full job description 401(k) Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Indeed's salary guide Not provided by employer $54K - $68.3K a year is Indeed's estimated salary for this role in Houston, TX. Full Job Description The is a mid-size national litigation law firm headquartered in Houston, Texas. The Firm is experiencing exponential growth and needs more experienced paralegals to join the team! Job Summary: The Senior Paralegal will assist attorney(s) by providing legal, clerical and research support services including document preparation and review, such as pleadings, discovery, and settlement demands; interviewing clients and witnesses; research, investigations, and fact checking; and trial preparation. Responsibilities: Assist with the drafting and reviewing of legal documents Investigate facts to help in the negotiation of legal disputes Monitor and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations Record and store client information Initiate files for incoming new cases Heavy client interaction Assist with document retrieval, review, organization, and production Draft pleadings on behalf of the attorneys Maintain case pleadings, correspondence, discovery, and research Calendar hearing dates and filing deadlines File exhibits, briefs, appeals and other legal documents with the court or opposing counsel Help attorneys during trials by handling exhibits, taking notes, or reviewing trial transcripts Call clients, witnesses, attorneys, and outside vendors to schedule interviews, meetings, and depositions Maintain confidentiality of client information Required Skills/Abilities: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment. Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Qualifications: Paralegal experience: 7 years+ at a Texas law firm Familiar with Texas and federal court rules and procedures; other state familiarity a plus, but not necessary Proficient in federal ECF/PACER, Texas e-filing software, and other e-filing platforms Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, including, but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: Paralegal: 7 years (Preferred) License/Certification: Paralegal Certificate (Preferred) Work Location: One location Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment. Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Qualifications: Paralegal experience: 7 years+ at a Texas law firm Familiar with Texas and federal court rules and procedures; other state familiarity a plus, but not necessary Proficient in federal ECF/PACER, Texas e-filing software, and other e-filing platforms Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, including, but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook

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