Trial Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Austin law firm is seeking an experienced litigation paralegal. The firm represents clients in high-stakes, complex business disputes in venues across the country. The ideal candidate has experience as the lead trial paralegal with strong organizational abilities, and deep expertise in managing complex, high stakes cases from inception through post-trial.

The firm offers a competitive compensation package. This includes base, bonus, OT, annual raises, healthcare paid at 100%, paid parking, 401k with match and other perks. Some relocation assistance is available for those not living in Austin, but in Texas.

Primary duties include:

• Manage all aspects of litigation files, including document collection, organization, and maintenance throughout the case lifecycle.

• Prepare for and attend hearings.

• Coordinate and manage discovery, including drafting discovery requests/responses, reviewing production, and creating privilege logs.

• Oversee e-discovery processes, including liaising with vendors, maintaining databases, and performing document review using litigation support platforms (e.g. Relativity).

• Provide on-site and/or remote support during trial, including managing exhibits, demonstratives, transcripts, and witness logistics.

• Coordinate with court personnel, experts, and witnesses to ensure smooth trial operations.

Qualifications and competencies:

• 7-10+ years of litigation paralegal experience, with experience as lead paralegal.

• Extensive experience preparing for and assisting at trials and arbitrations.

• Advanced knowledge of civil procedure, court rules, and filing procedures (state and federal).

• Proficiency with e-discovery databases (e.g. Relativity).

• Must have the ability to travel for trial and extended trial-site assignments (3-4 times a year).

• Tech-Savvy: Comfortable with e-discovery, databases, and courtroom technology.

• Flexible & Adaptable: Able to shift quickly between tasks and handle unexpected trial demands.