Litigation Paralegal

Job Title: Litigation Paralegal

Location (City, State): Dallas, TX

Work Schedule: Full-Time | Hybrid

Type of Employment: Direct Hire

Compensation: $100-115K

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.

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.