Senior Commercial Litigation Paralegal

Lee Hecht Harrison

  • Austin, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • $90,000–$120,000 Per Year

Highlights

This opportunity is ideal for a paralegal who enjoys complex, high-stakes litigation and wants to work alongside accomplished trial attorneys in a collaborative, people-focused environment. LHH Legal is recruiting for a highly regarded commercial litigation boutique in Austin seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join its growing team.

Numbers & Facts

LocationAustin, TX
Salary$90,000–$120,000 Per Year

Description

Senior Commercial Litigation Paralegal

Austin, Texas | Hybrid

LHH Legal is recruiting for a highly regarded commercial litigation boutique in Austin seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join its growing team.

This opportunity is ideal for a paralegal who enjoys complex, high-stakes litigation and wants to work alongside accomplished trial attorneys in a collaborative, people-focused environment.

About the Opportunity

This nationally recognized litigation practice handles sophisticated commercial disputes with exposure ranging from $1 million to more than $200 million. The firm's practice includes:

  • Complex business litigation

  • Oil & gas disputes

  • Partnership disputes

  • Contract litigation

  • State and federal court matters nationwide

The firm is known for its exceptional culture, long-tenured employees, and commitment to professional development. This position is open due to a strategic backfill within the paralegal team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage large-scale case files and document databases

  • Support all phases of discovery

  • Organize and track case materials and deadlines

  • Draft and assist with basic discovery requests and responses

  • Prepare exhibits, binders, and materials for hearings and trials

  • Coordinate document production and review processes

  • Support trial teams in high-profile litigation matters

  • Work collaboratively with multiple attorneys across numerous cases

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of litigation paralegal experience preferred

  • Strong commercial litigation experience required

  • Experience managing document-intensive matters

  • Proficiency with Relativity or similar document management platforms

  • Trial preparation experience strongly preferred

  • Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and deadlines

  • Exceptional organizational and communication skills

What Makes This Opportunity Unique

  • One of Austin's premier commercial litigation practices

  • Trial-heavy environment with meaningful exposure

  • No insurance defense or personal injury work

  • Collaborative team structure that is case-driven rather than attorney-driven

  • Average employee tenure significantly exceeds market norms

  • Opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-value litigation matters

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 DOE

  • Annual performance bonus

  • 6% profit sharing program

  • 25% employer 401(k) match

  • 100% employer-paid medical coverage for employees

  • Unlimited PTO

  • Paid parking

  • Hybrid work flexibility

  • $10,000 relocation assistance available

  • Overtime eligibility

If you're seeking a long-term opportunity with a top-tier litigation team and want to work on complex commercial matters in a supportive boutique environment, we encourage you to apply.

Pay Details: $90,000.00 to $120,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Courtney Keeter

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