Paralegal - Plaintiff Litigation 70951

Our client, a nationally recognized plaintiff's law firm, has an immediate opening for an experienced Paralegal to join their growing Houston-area office. This position will support trial attorneys in high stakes litigation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• On a day-to-day basis, Paralegal will work primarily under the direction of an assigned group of Attorneys and/or Paralegals to most effectively and efficiently meet Firm/client needs.
• Handle multiple voluminous cases in state and federal court, as well as cases in other states.
• Assist in all aspects of the litigation process, including providing support for attorneys in the discovery process, motion practice, as well as hearings, mediations, trials, and arbitrations.
• Prepare legal documents including petitions, answers, discovery, motions, pre-trial motions, legal memorandum, waivers, memos, case briefs, request medical records, Rule 11 agreements, settlements, and client correspondence.
• Compile deposition and trial notebooks, client interviews, pleadings, motions, pre-trial motions, depositions, investigation, mediation settlements, and familiarity with all discovery phases, including answers and responses to interrogatories, production, disclosures, and requests for admissions.
• Responsible for proofreading and correctly formatting all materials.
• Provide assistance to other Paralegals within assigned teams whenever necessary to meet firm and client needs.
• Organize and prioritize workload as to most efficiently enable and facilitate team effort to accomplish Firm and client goals.
• Exhibit professionalism by recognizing and adhering to all Firm policies, including attendance guidelines, dress code, security measures, and confidentiality requirements.

REQUIREMENTS

• Thorough knowledge of a plaintiff personal injury litigation practice includes an understanding and knowledge of court practices, requirements and deadlines in both state and federal courts.
• Proven ability to manage complex cases independently and effectively from file to trial.
• A proactive work ethic, the ability to anticipate needs, strong decision-making skills, attention to detail, a flexible schedule and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, challenging legal environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills along with the ability to work collaboratively as a team.
• Willingness to work extended hours, evenings, weekends, and travel as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 7+ years of plaintiff personal injury litigation experience to include actual courtroom trial experience. (Required)
• Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certification from an ABA-approved program. (Preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as needed.

BENEFITS AND PERKS

·Discretionary Bonuses

oBased on firm profitability, tenure, and performance

oHistorically generous compared to peer firms

·Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

o100% of employee-only medical premium

·401(k) Retirement Plan

oEmployee contributions from day one

oAfter 1 year: Firm contributes 3% of gross pay per paycheck (not subject to vesting)

·Additional Benefits

oEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)

oHealth Savings Account (HSA), if eligible

oFlexible Spending Account (FSA)

o11 days paid holiday with additional Paid Time Off (PTO)

oShort-Term Disability (100% employer-paid)

oVoluntary Long-Term Disability

oBasic Life & AD&D ($50K provided by firm)

oAccident & Critical Illness coverage

oLifeMart Discounts

oDiscounted gym memberships via Well on Target

oEmployee & Client Referral Bonuses

oProfessional Development Opportunities

Please reference job ID #70951.

About R.L. Barclay & Associates

Founded in 2012, R.L. Barclay & Associates has earned a strong reputation in the recruiting industry by consistently placing top-tier talent across a broad range of disciplines. Our areas of expertise include Legal, Mortgage, Banking, Sales, Marketing, Accounting, Information Technology, Human Resources, Administrative, Oil & Gas, and Engineering.

R.L. Barclay & Associates has successfully placed hundreds of experienced professionals in law firms and corporations throughout Texas, as well as in multiple states nationwide. To learn more about our company and the current openings in our network, please visit www.rlbarclay.com.

Skills

Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Accounting, Accredited Business Accountants (ABA), Communication Skills, Corporate Law, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Driver's License, Establish Priorities, Flexible Spending Accounts, Gas Engineering, Human Resources, Information Technology & Information Systems, Interpersonal Skills, Legal, Legal Documents, Litigation, Marketing, Medical Records, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Mortgage, Mortgage Regulations, Oil and Gas, Paralegal, Personal Injury, Profit & Loss, Proofreading, Sales, Schedule Development, Team Player, Time Management, Vision Plan, Willing to Travel

About the Company

R.L. Barclay & Associates