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Civil Litigation Paralegal (DFM #351)

Job Type: Paralegal
Location: Dallas, TX
Company: Confidential
Salary: $75,000-$85,000 DOE

Job Description:

High-profile litigation defense law firm with offices in Dallas and Austin is seeking a highly-qualified Litigation Paralegal (preferably with Insurance Defense) to join their busy team near North Park!  For 30 years, the firm has been known for fast and focused conflict resolution.  This position will support a very busy Partner and his team of 3 attorneys and work alongside two other paralegals.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Prepare form/draft Discovery Requests, Responses and Supplements and Expert Designations
  • Prepare simple Pleadings (proposed orders, scheduling orders, etc.)
  • Prepare Notices to Produce
  • Prepare Notices of Deposition, Records Subpoenas and follow-up
  • Review and Summarize Employment Records and Medical Records
  • Prepare Trial Notebooks
  • Prepare certified mailings of Discovery/Pleadings
  • Excellent legal internet research regarding background investigations for information on witnesses and parties
  • Work with Experts during entire case and maintain records of what has been sent to or received from experts
  • Able to enter own time in Firm billing system
  • Other duties as assigned by attorneys, Executive Director, and/or HR Manager

Qualifications:

  • Experience in litigation preferably in insurance defense
  • Excellent drafting skills (discovery, pleadings, motions, etc.)
  • Experience supporting partners/associates in a busy law firm setting
  • Must have at least 5+ years of litigation experience
  • Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate highly preferred
  • Preparing for trial and attendance
  • Must have good work tenure and strong litigation skills

Compensation & Benefits:

The firm provides an excellent compensation package along with paid parking.  Billable hours are 140/month.  This position is on-site.

Salary:  $75,000-$85,000 DOE

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