Paralegal - Austin

Job ID#: 35611

Our Client is seeking a Complex Litigation Paralegal to join the growing Austin office 

The Litigation Paralegal will assist attorneys through all phases of case management, including complex investigations, discovery, e-discovery management, trial preparation, and courtroom attendance. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment and is committed to delivering top-tier client service.

Key Responsibilities

Case Management & Discovery

• Draft pleadings and motions

• Develop and implement ESI preservation and collection plans

• Prepare litigation hold and data preservation documentation

• Draft ESI protocols and coordinate with opposing counsel

• Manage written discovery (requests and responses)

• Prepare subpoenas and public records requests

• Review documents for responsiveness, confidentiality, and privilege

• Prepare privilege logs and maintain production logs

• Coordinate document ingestion and management in e-discovery platforms

• Develop document review strategies and protocols

• Organize and analyze production documents

Depositions & Experts

• Prepare deposition summaries and logs

• Compile exhibits for depositions

• Interface with experts and maintain expert logs

Trial & Arbitration Support

• Prepare trial and arbitration notebooks

• Draft exhibit lists and prepare demonstrative exhibits

• Assist with deposition designations

• Prepare witness subpoenas

• Handle exhibits at trial and use trial presentation software

Additional Responsibilities

• Analyze documentary evidence and prepare timelines

• Assist with mediation preparation and damages spreadsheets

• Conduct internet-based research

• Support post-judgment collection efforts (garnishment, levy, asset searches, etc.)

• Coordinate with vendors, consultants, and court personnel

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience

• Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate preferred (significant experience may substitute)

• Experience filing in Federal and State trial and appellate courts

• Trial experience required

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Lexis/Westlaw, and database management

• Experience with trial software (e.g., Trial Director) preferred

• Experience with e-discovery platforms (e.g., Reveal)

• Construction litigation experience preferred

Additional Qualifications

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

• Strong attention to detail and professional judgment

• Ability to manage deadlines and prioritize effectively

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Comfortable interacting with clients and professionals at all levels

• Willingness to work moderate overtime as needed

Schedule

• Full-Time | Onsite | Monday–Friday

• 37.5-hour work week with flexible scheduling

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