Paralegal - Appellate Litigation

Job Title: Paralegal – Appellate Litigation

Location: Fort Worth, TX

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Type of Employment: Contract-to-Hire (3–4 Month Contract Period) | 100% Onsite

Compensation: $31.00 – $33.50 / Hourly

Industry: Legal Services – Civil Litigation

Benefits: This position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package upon permanent hire, including employer-sponsored health coverage, retirement plan with company contributions, paid time off, and annual performance-based bonus opportunities.

Job Description

Addison Group is partnering with our client, a well-established civil litigation law firm in Downtown Fort Worth, to hire an experienced Appellate Paralegal. This role supports multiple attorneys and focuses on managing cases at the appellate level. The ideal candidate will have prior law firm experience in civil litigation and a strong understanding of appellate court procedures, deadlines, and formatting requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable managing multiple cases simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform in-depth legal research related to appellate matters, including statutes, case law, and procedural rules
• Draft, revise, and proofread appellate briefs, motions, writs, and supporting documentation for attorney review
• Examine trial court records and transcripts to identify potential appellate issues and prepare case summaries
• Handle electronic and physical filings in county, state, and federal appellate courts, ensuring strict compliance with jurisdictional rules and deadlines
• Verify citations, formatting, and record references to meet appellate court standards
• Maintain case calendars, track critical deadlines, and organize case files throughout the appellate process
• Assist attorneys in preparing for oral arguments by compiling exhibits, organizing research materials, and assembling relevant authorities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of paralegal experience within a law firm environment (civil litigation required)
• Prior exposure to appellate court procedures strongly preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with legal research and/or case management systems (e.g., LexisNexis or similar platforms)
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a high-volume caseload
• Exceptional attention to detail, particularly in legal citations and formatting
• Bilingual abilities are a plus

If you are an experienced civil litigation paralegal seeking a long-term opportunity with growth potential, we encourage you to apply.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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