In-Office Junior Litigation Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an in-office Junior Litigation Paralegal to support plaintiff-side medical malpractice and birth injury litigation from case opening through trial preparation. The ideal candidate is experienced, proactive, and detail oriented, and has the ability to manage deadlines, communicate effectively, and keep complex, fast paced civil litigation moving forward. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required. This role is not eligible for remote work. Please do not apply if you do not meet the minimum qualifications. 

Compensation: $55,000-$68,000, depending on experience. Eligible for performance-based bonus compensation.

$55,000 - $68,000 yearly depending on experience

What You’ll Own 

• Manage court filings, eFiling/eService, incoming e-filings, emailed documents, and case calendar deadlines. 
• Draft letters, deposition notices, Chapter 74 notice letters, initial disclosures, deposition requests, and discovery requests and responses. 
• Coordinate service of process, deposition scheduling, setting hearings, and meetings with experts.
• Prepare for depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials, including notebooks for experts, depositions, mediations, and trials. 
• Send documents to experts, manage expert-related materials, and conduct background research on clients, experts, and witnesses. 
• Maintain case data in Filevine, manage deadlines, maintain paid v. incurred charts, and respond to ad hoc client requests or questions. 

Backup Responsibilities 

• Assist with new client case opening, welcome packets, document gathering, file setup, client  onboarding/offboarding, and client status updates. 
• Support drafting motions, pleadings, petitions, family agreements, discovery, settlement-related documents, and other legal materials. 
• Help manage experts in the litigation phase, expert payments, CVs, fee schedules, medical records, liens, minor settlements, and client expenses. 
• Provide administrative and office support, including incoming/outgoing mail, postage, faxes, supplies, conference room preparation, guest reception, law library maintenance, shredding, and general office coordination. 

What We’re Looking For 

• 1–3 years of solid experience in plaintiff-side medical malpractice and/or personal injury litigation. 
• Strong command of Texas civil procedure and local court rules. 
• Proficiency with Filevine, Lead Docket, Office 365, or similar tools. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage deadlines. 
• Organized, detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, client-focused litigation environment. 

Join a highly regarded litigation practice dedicated to representing individuals and families affected by serious medical negligence and catastrophic birth injuries. Our team is committed to delivering outstanding legal advocacy while providing thoughtful guidance and support during some of life's most challenging circumstances. We take pride in pursuing exceptional results through meticulous preparation, unwavering dedication, and a client-centered approach built on integrity, excellence, and compassion.