Litigation Paralegal

Job Title: Litigation Paralegal

Location (City, State): Dallas, TX

Work Schedule: Full-Time | Hybrid

Type of Employment: Direct Hire

Compensation: $100,000-$115,000

Industry: Legal Services

Benefits: This position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings options, paid time off, and other employer-sponsored benefits.

Job Description

Addison Group is partnering with our client to identify an experienced Litigation Paralegal for a full-time opportunity in Dallas, TX. This role supports attorneys handling complex litigation matters and requires a highly organized professional who can effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. The ideal candidate brings extensive litigation experience, strong analytical abilities, and a proactive approach to supporting cases through all phases of the litigation lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive litigation support from case inception through resolution, including trial and post-trial activities.
• Organize, maintain, and manage large volumes of case-related documents, evidence, and electronic files.
• Coordinate and assist with all phases of discovery, including drafting discovery requests and responses, preparing deposition materials, and supporting expert witness matters.
• Manage document review projects and production processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with case requirements.
• Analyze case materials and prepare summaries of key documents, deposition testimony, witness interviews, and court proceedings.
• Conduct legal and factual research utilizing online databases and legal research platforms.
• Support motion practice by preparing filing materials, exhibits, and service documentation while coordinating court submissions.
• Draft routine legal documents, correspondence, notices, pleadings, and other litigation-related materials.
• Review filings and case documents to ensure compliance with applicable court rules, procedural requirements, and formatting standards.
• Assist with trial preparation by organizing exhibits, maintaining case calendars, coordinating witness logistics, and preparing trial notebooks.
• Support post-trial activities, including preparation of related filings and organization of records for potential appeals.
• Maintain accurate timekeeping and case activity records.
• Collaborate with attorneys, court personnel, vendors, and other stakeholders to facilitate efficient case management.
• Provide additional litigation and administrative support as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Paralegal Certificate from an accredited program preferred.
• Paralegal certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of litigation paralegal experience within a law firm environment.
• Demonstrated experience supporting complex litigation matters through trial.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state court procedures, filing requirements, and litigation workflows.
• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally at all levels.
• Skilled in preparing legal summaries, reports, pleadings, and case-related documentation.
• Experience with trial preparation, exhibit management, witness coordination, subpoena processing, and courtroom support.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, document management systems, and litigation support software.
• Experience with e-filing platforms and legal technology tools such as Relativity, Opus 2, or similar applications preferred.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to work additional hours when needed to support case demands and trial schedules.