We're looking for a senior litigation paralegal with at least 7 years of civil litigation experience to take ownership of case management across an active litigation and probate docket — including emergency/TRO matters, contested probate litigation, and general civil litigation through trial. This is not an entry-level support role: we need someone who can run point on a case file with minimal supervision, anticipate deadlines before they're a problem, and bring real trial-prep experience to the table. The position is in-office, with hybrid flexibility considered for the right candidate. Responsibilities: Manage litigation case files from intake through trial, including discovery, deadline calendaring, and e-filing (experience with Clio software a plus) Draft and prepare pleadings, subpoenas, affidavits, discovery requests/responses, motions, and correspondence for attorney review Coordinate and communicate with client, courts, process servers, and trial vendors Conduct interviews with clients and witnesses and perform fact investigation Prepare trial binders, exhibit lists, and deposition materials; support trial presentation (experience with trial software a plus) Support emergency motion practice, including TROs and injunctive relief matters, on short turnaround Coordinate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel's staff on scheduling and document exchange Assist with contested and uncontested probate matters, including document preparation and court filings Mentor and guide junior support staff as needed Qualifications: • Candidates should possess high-level organizational skills, and time-management skills Minimum 7 years of civil litigation paralegal experience (Texas litigation experience required; probate litigation experience a strong plus) Strong working knowledge of Texas Rules of Civil Procedure and e-filing systems Demonstrated experience managing trial prep from discovery through verdict (with experience actually in trial) Excellent independent judgment — comfortable owning a file and flagging issues before they become missed deadlines High level of organizational and time-management skills Strong written communication skills and close attention to detail with a keen eye for proper grammar Paralegal certificate or equivalent litigation experience Compensation: $85,000 - $100,000 yearly DOE
• Manage litigation case files from intake through trial, including discovery, deadline calendaring, and e-filing (experience with Clio software a plus) • Draft and prepare pleadings, subpoenas, affidavits, discovery requests/responses, motions, and correspondence for attorney review • Coordinate and communicate with client, courts, process servers, and trial vendors • Conduct interviews with clients and witnesses and perform fact investigation • Prepare trial binders, exhibit lists, and deposition materials; support trial presentation (experience with trial software a plus) • Support emergency motion practice, including TROs and injunctive relief matters, on short turnaround • Coordinate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel's staff on scheduling and document exchange • Assist with contested and uncontested probate matters, including document preparation and court filings • Mentor and guide junior support staff as needed