Litigation Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Role: Litigation Paralegal

Industry: Legal Services / Civil Litigation

Location: Austin, TX

Assignment Type: Direct Hire

Pay: $65,000 – $75,000

Work Schedule: Full-Time, On-Site, Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, with flexibility for 8:00 AM–4:00 PM

Benefits: 100% company-paid health insurance with $0 employee premiums, copays, and deductibles; dental and vision insurance; company-paid life insurance; 401(k) with a 4% employer match; 14 paid holidays; 10 days of PTO; year-end bonuses; overtime pay at 1.5x the hourly wage for hours worked over 40 per week; and 24-hour gym access.

About the Company

An established and growing Austin-based law firm specializing in Texas property tax litigation, delinquent tax matters, and foreclosure litigation is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join its team. The firm represents institutional clients and handles civil litigation matters throughout Texas.

This is an opportunity to join a collaborative legal team in a fast-paced environment while supporting attorneys with case management, legal drafting, court filings, and trial preparation.

About the Role

The Litigation Paralegal will manage a high-volume caseload of Texas civil litigation matters from inception through judgment. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure, experience managing litigation deadlines, and the ability to maintain accuracy while handling multiple cases simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage civil litigation cases from inception through judgment.
• Assist attorneys with property tax, delinquent tax, and foreclosure litigation matters.
• Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Electronically file court documents and monitor filing requirements and deadlines.
• Coordinate court settings, hearings, and other litigation-related activities.
• Assist with trial preparation, evidence organization, and case documentation.
• Communicate with court personnel, opposing counsel, clients, and other relevant parties.
• Maintain organized case files, legal documents, and case management records.
• Track case activity, deadlines, and litigation progress across a high-volume caseload.
• Conduct legal and procedural research as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure accuracy across all assigned matters.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Texas civil litigation paralegal experience required.
• Experience managing civil litigation matters from inception through judgment.
• Strong working knowledge of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Experience with legal drafting, court filings, electronic filing systems, and deadline management.
• Trial preparation experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management systems.
• Clio experience preferred.
• Property tax, delinquent tax, or foreclosure litigation experience is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and a high-volume caseload.
• Professional communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• Comfortable working in a fully onsite, open-office environment.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent litigation experience may be considered.

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.