What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Litigation Paralegal position at Sullivan Law Offices?
Salary Range
$100,000 - $120,000 per year
About Us
Our Firm was founded in 2016, and we are based in Southlake, Texas.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 401(k) with match
- PTO and paid holidays
Job Details
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Paralegal to join our team. This position will play a significant role in supporting our Firm in the preparation, management, and execution of our cases.
Responsibilities
The Commercial Litigation Paralegal will be responsible for a wide range of tasks, including but not limited to:
- Assisting attorneys in all stages of litigation cases from onset through post-trial.
- Conducting legal research and factual investigation.
- Drafting pleadings, motions, and appellate documents and filing them with the court.
- Organizing and managing documents, including creating and managing databases and overseeing document production.
- Coordinating expert witnesses and managing depositions.
- Assisting in trial preparation, including compiling trial notebooks, organizing exhibits, and managing trial logistics.
- Assisting in the preparation and management of intellectual property litigation cases.
- Coordinating case management activities and ensuring compliance with legal and procedural requirements.
- Conducting pre-claim investigation, legal research, and initial case assessments.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
- A minimum of 5 years of experience as a commercial litigation paralegal.
- A bachelor's degree in law, paralegal studies, or a related field. A paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program is preferred.
- Proven experience in drafting pleadings, conducting legal research, and managing complex document production.
- Knowledge of e-discovery procedures and experience with litigation databases.
- Strong knowledge of federal and state court rules, procedures, and protocols.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Salary : $100,000 - $120,000