Litigation Paralegal- 3664689
- Full Time
Job Title: Litigation Paralegal
Location: Dallas TX 75201
Salary/Payrate: $85K-$95K annually bonus and AWESOME benefits!!!
Work Environment: Hybrid (1 day WFH after initial 90 day ramp up
period)
Term: Permanent / Fulltime
Bachelor’s degree required: No
Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets
hired
JOB DESCRIPTION
Our client is seeking a highly experienced Litigation Paralegal
to support our trial attorneys in managing a high-volume
litigation docket. The ideal candidate will be proactive,
detail-oriented, and possess extensive knowledge of state and
federal court procedures. This position requires a strong grasp
of discovery protocols under the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure
(TRCP), excellent organizational skills, and the ability to
manage deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Draft and format shell discovery responses, correspondence, and
pleading shells
* Prepare hearing and trial notebooks
* Manage and maintain calendaring of court deadlines, hearings,
and discovery obligations
* E-file documents in state and federal courts using E-File Texas
and PACER/ECF
* Conduct cite checking and Bluebooking (preferred)
* Assist with trial preparation and provide hot seat trial
support (highly preferred)
* Coordinate with attorneys and vendors regarding e-discovery and
trial exhibits
* Perform internet and legal research using Westlaw and other
platforms
Qualifications:
* Minimum of six (6) years of litigation paralegal experience in
a law firm setting
* In-depth understanding of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure
(TRCP) and relevant federal rules
* Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Westlaw,
PACER/ECF, and E-File Texas
* Familiarity with Trial Director and e-discovery platforms
(preferred but not required)
* Strong internet research and analytical skills
* Exceptional attention to detail and ability to work under tight
deadlines
* Willingness to work overtime as needed, including occasional
evenings or weekends during trial prep
Preferred Skills:
* Cite checking and Bluebooking
* Hot seat trial experience
* Experience with high-volume caseload management

