Casualty and Mas Tort Paralegal

Burnett Specialists

Houston, TX

JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
12 days ago

Regional firm located in downtown Houston is seeking two skilled Litigation Paralegals to work in their Casualty and Mass Tort Litigation Practice. 

 

Schedule - 100% in office

Benefits - 100% paid

Parking - 100% paid

Jean Fridays

 

Duties

• Assist attorneys with all phases of litigation from case inception through discovery, resolution or trial, post-trial, and case closure

• Prepare court filings and assembling of exhibits

• Drafting and responding to discovery demands (interrogatories, requests to produce documents, etc.)

• Assist with preparation and support for depositions, hearings, and mediations

• Review and summarize depositions and medical records

• Maintain case dockets and calendars

• Coordinate electronic discovery

 

Personal Attributes Required

• Exhibits professional verbal and written communication skills

• Keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills

• Possess strong technical skills

• Must be able to multi-task and successfully manage a variety of demands daily

• Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven team environment

• Keeps appropriate people informed of the status of projects, work, and deadlines

• Maintains a positive and “can do” attitude

• Flexible and willing to pitch in wherever needed

 

Experience and Education Requirements

• A Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree preferred, a Paralegal Certificate is highly desired

• Minimum of 3 years prior Paralegal experience

• Comprehensive knowledge of all facets of the litigation lifecycle: case management, document review, and trial experience

• Technical proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint required

 

About the Company

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Burnett Specialists