Mid-sized firm
with offices across Texas is seeking
two
(2) Litigation Paralegals for their San Antonio
office.
Experience: 4 plus years
Schedule: Hybrid after six months (attached is their WFH
policy)
Benefits: The premiums for full medical, dental, and
vision coverage for the primary employee are less than $70.00 per month. They
also cover the majority of parking.
PARALEGAL JOB
DESCRIPTION - Qualified
candidates must have a minimum of three years of full-time experience as a
billable paralegal or legal assistant.
- Candidates
must be self-motivated, committed to excellence in the workplace, and have
excellent attention to detail.
- Candidates
must also have demonstrated ability to prioritize and balance competing
demands and meet deadlines in a fast-paced professional environment.
- Excellent
written and verbal communication skills are required, and candidates must
be proficient in the use of MS Office and database applications such as
Imanage.
JOB
RESPONSIBILITIES - Maintaining
attorney calendars and schedules; working with court staff to obtain
hearing dates and trial schedules.
- Drafting
documents such as pleadings, discovery and correspondence.
- Electronic
filing/e-service of pleadings and discovery.
- Prepare
responsive production documents to discovery and/or subpoenas.
- Correspond
with expert witnesses and research regarding the same using Westlaw.
- Assist
attorney in preparation of hearings and upcoming depositions.
- Summarize
records and reports such as depositions, medical records, internal
documents and incoming discovery.
- Maintain
organized and thorough documentation for every case.
- Obtain,
review and analyze documents, including medical records.
- Prepare
for trial by preparing trial notebooks, exhibits, and witness files.
- Compile
evidence and supporting information by searching records, discovery
documents, transcripts, libraries and databases.
- Take
initiative in order to meet client and customer needs.
- Work
independently with minimal supervision.
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
REQUIRED - Superior
verbal and written communication skills including excellent proofreading
skills.
- Ability to
effectively interact and communicate with others, both externally and
internally all organizational levels and locations.
- Strong
ability to multi-task; high level of time-management skills.
- Attentive
to details with good follow through and follow up, possess the ability to
anticipate what needs to be done.
- Ability to
maintain a customer/client focus and build rapport with others inside and
outside the firm.
- High level
of professionalism; maintain confidential information.
- Trial
preparation experience is preferred.
- Ability to
adapt to changing priorities and remain calm in high pressure situations.
- 7+ years
in a similar role
- Experience
billing 150 hours per month on a consistent basis.
EDUCATION AND TECHNICAL
PROFICIENCY REQUIRED - Minimum
High School Diploma or equivalent. Bachelors Degree
or Paralegal Certificate a plus.
- Strong
knowledge of MS Office applications.
- Knowledge
of Imanage strongly preferred.
- Experience
with Coyote, itimekeep or other timekeeping software required.
- Proficiency
with electronic filing/e-service of pleadings and discovery.
PHYSICAL AND
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS - This is an
indoor office environment and may require sitting and utilizing a computer
for extended periods of time.
- May be
required to move items up to 20 pounds.
- Overtime
may be required to complete certain projects and meet deadlines.
- Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions.
Additional Compensation: Bonuses Benefits: Health insurance Dental insurance
Vision insurance Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Life
Insurance Retirement plan Paid time off
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