Paralegal

Job Title: Paralegal


Location: Dallas, TX


Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (30-minute lunch)


Type of Employment: Contract-to-Hire (Minimum 6-Month Contract)


Compensation: $33 - $35 / Hour


Industry: Legal


Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Job Description:


Addison Group is actively seeking a compassionate and experienced Paralegal for our client's growing legal team, which specializes in personal injury and sensitive claim matters. The role involves a combination of case management, direct client communication, and support of litigation processes in both federal and state courts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a high volume of legal files and ensure key deadlines and milestones are met
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, providing compassionate and timely updates on case progress
• Draft and organize legal documents including pleadings, motions, and discovery responses
• Assist attorneys with legal research, trial preparation, and assembling exhibits
• Collaborate with internal team members across departments to gather information and maintain accurate case records
• Participate in settlement preparation and documentation processes
• Support federal and state court filings and related litigation tasks
• Maintain data in case management software and assist in transition to Salesforce

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of paralegal experience, preferably in personal injury or high-volume litigation settings
• Prior involvement with sensitive or complex cases such as sexual assault claims is strongly preferred
• Experience with federal and state legal procedures, including filing, discovery, and case tracking

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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