Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Job Category : Legal Location :

6363 Woodway, Suite 700

Houston, Texas 77057

Position Type : Full-timeDaniels & Tredennick PLLC is a dynamic, civil litigation law firm, located in the Memorial area of Houston, TX . We come from a variety of backgrounds having been involved in public service, education, large law firms, and boutique personal injury firms. Our breadth of experience includes commercial disputes, mass torts litigation, and personal injury litigation. We are seeking an experienced civil litigation paralegal.Role and Responsibilities

Conduct research on relevant laws, regulations, and legal articles;

Prepare and revise legal documents such as affidavits, demands, discovery, etc.;

Communicate with various parts of the court system and outside legal personnel regarding case details, deadlines, and procedures;

Docket and eFile in bankruptcy, state, and federal courts;

Operate Trial Director - upload exhibits, upload and clip video depositions, run program during trials;

Working knowledge of e-discovery document review platforms such as Relativity and DISCO;

Experience with bankruptcy and complex commercial litigation a plus;

Order reports and records and monitor status of same;

Schedule hearings and depositions;

Secure court reporters for depositions;

Handle confidential and time-sensitive material;

Notarize documents;

Gather and arrange evidence and other legal documents for attorney;

Assist lawyers during trials by handling exhibits, taking notes, or reviewing trial transcripts;

Call clients, witnesses, lawyers, and outside vendors regarding meetings and depositions;

Draft correspondence and legal documents such as Discovery shells and subpoenas;

Track progress and assignment status of open matters;

Prepare for legal hearings, trials and client meetings;

Bates number and redact legal documents;

Create demonstratives;

Coordinate Service of Process; and

Assist with Briefs and Memorandums.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Associate degree or bachelor's degree;

5 years of litigation experience;

Outstanding verbal and written communication skills;

Collaborative, self-motivated, and highly professional;

Proficient with Microsoft Office, Adobe Pro, document management and project management systems (preferably Centerbase and NetDocuments);

Values and thrives in team-based approach;

Has the technical skills where new programs can be quickly learned and implemented; and

Understands technical legal terminology.