9 results for Entry Level Paralegal in Houston, TX

Paralegal

Houston, TX
onsite
Permanent
70000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Paralegal to join our team in Texas. This role requires a strong understanding of legal procedures, case management, and litigation processes, with a focus on supporting attorneys in delivering high-quality legal services. If you have a passion for legal research, drafting, and trial preparation, we encourage you to apply. Responsibilities: • Supervise legal assistants and support staff, ensuring their work is accurate, timely, and compliant with court regulations. • Review and calendar electronic filings from federal and state courts in accordance with applicable rules. • Allocate resources effectively based on case deadlines, trial schedules, and attorney priorities. • Train legal assistants and support staff on protocols related to wage and hour case management. • Collaborate with attorneys on case strategy, discovery processes, and client communication. • Conduct legal research, draft legal documents, and assist with trial preparation. • Analyze discovery materials, summarize findings, and provide substantive insights. • Finalize and file pleadings while ensuring compliance with procedural requirements. • Coordinate deposition logistics, including scheduling, transcript handling, and vendor management. • Prepare mediation packets and ensure all necessary documentation is organized for mediation sessions.
2026-04-01T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Houston, TX
onsite
Permanent
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support a dynamic legal team specializing in defense litigation in Houston, Texas. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with extensive knowledge of civil trials, appeals, and arbitration processes, along with a strong ability to manage diverse litigation tasks. The successful candidate will exhibit exceptional organizational skills and technical proficiency to ensure effective case management from start to finish. Responsibilities: • Handle all stages of litigation, including pre-litigation investigations, drafting pleadings, discovery, motions, trial preparation, and post-trial procedures. • Prepare and review legal documents such as subpoenas, motions, discovery responses, and correspondence while adhering to federal and state court regulations. • Organize and manage document production, coding, and indexing in both electronic and physical formats. • Maintain up-to-date case calendars, monitor deadlines, and coordinate court appearances and filings. • Coordinate depositions, witness preparation, exhibits, and trial binders to ensure seamless trial logistics. • Conduct legal research, perform cite-checking, and analyze data using legal databases. • Communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, court personnel, and third-party vendors to facilitate case progress. • Compile trial materials, demonstrative exhibits, and witness lists to support court proceedings. • Assist with settlement documentation, appellate filings, and post-trial activities. • Ensure compliance with firm policies regarding document retention and confidentiality while maintaining accurate case files.
2026-03-20T00:00:00Z

Litigation Paralegal

Houston, TX
onsite
Temporary
25 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Litigation Paralegal to join our team in Houston, Texas. This is a long-term contract position offering an excellent opportunity to support attorneys in managing complex civil litigation cases. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in legal research, trial preparation, and case management, ensuring seamless coordination of legal proceedings. Responsibilities: • Conduct detailed legal research and analysis to support case strategies. • Manage discovery processes, including drafting and organizing documents. • Assist in trial preparation by preparing exhibits, witness lists, and case files. • Coordinate case management using specialized software to maintain accurate records. • Draft and review legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and correspondence. • Communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, and other stakeholders to ensure case progress. • Organize and maintain case files, ensuring accessibility and compliance with legal standards. • Monitor deadlines and ensure timely submission of court filings and other legal documents. • Provide administrative support during hearings and trials to facilitate smooth proceedings.
2026-04-01T00:00:00Z

Litigation Paralegal

Houston, TX
onsite
Temporary
20 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our team in Houston, Texas. In this role, you will play a critical part in supporting attorneys with civil litigation cases, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and efficiency. This is a long-term contract position, ideal for someone who is detail oriented and seeking stability while contributing to high-impact legal work. Responsibilities: • Conduct thorough legal research to support case strategies and document preparation. • Manage discovery processes, including organizing and reviewing documents, drafting responses, and coordinating with opposing counsel. • Assist in trial preparation by creating exhibits, organizing case files, and ensuring all materials are ready for court proceedings. • Utilize case management software to maintain accurate and up-to-date records of ongoing litigation. • Prepare and file legal documents, ensuring compliance with court deadlines and procedural requirements. • Coordinate with witnesses, clients, and other stakeholders to gather information and schedule depositions. • Track case progress and provide regular updates to attorneys on deadlines and developments. • Help in drafting pleadings, motions, and other legal correspondence. • Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with care. • Support attorneys during hearings and trials, providing logistical and administrative assistance as needed.
2026-04-01T00:00:00Z

Sr. Paralegal

Houston, TX
onsite
Permanent
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Paralegal to join a prominent litigation practice in Houston, Texas. This role is ideal for someone with a keen attention to detail and a deep understanding of legal processes who can independently manage complex cases and collaborate seamlessly with attorneys across various offices. You will play a pivotal role in supporting high-stakes litigation matters in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Manage and oversee litigation cases independently, ensuring all tasks are completed with minimal supervision. • Draft, organize, and prepare legal documents and materials across diverse practice areas, including pharmaceutical cases, mass torts, personal injury, asbestos, and commercial litigation. • Handle Texas state filing requirements and ensure compliance with court deadlines. • Work collaboratively with attorneys across multiple offices, including remote team members, to support litigation needs. • Travel as required for depositions and other case-related events. • Utilize advanced legal technology tools, along with Microsoft Office and Excel, to streamline case management and document preparation. • Assist in trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and coordinating schedules. • Support attorneys in entity formation and corporate governance processes. • Conduct research and gather information necessary for civil and commercial litigation cases.
2026-04-03T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

Houston, TX
onsite
Permanent
50000 - 55000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support our legal team in Texas. This role is integral to the efficient operation of our team, providing administrative and organizational assistance across various legal processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong ability to manage case files, coordinate deadlines, and assist with litigation tasks. Responsibilities: • Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys and paralegals, ensuring the smooth management of legal cases. • Organize, scan, track, and save legal documents, including filings from federal, state, and arbitration courts. • Maintain case details, deadlines, and parties in the Litify system for accurate record-keeping. • Assist in filing new complaints, coordinate with process servers, and follow up on service status. • Prepare and file Pro Hac Vice applications and Notices of Appearance, including ordering Certificates of Good Standing when required. • Support discovery processes by collecting, reviewing, and organizing responses, stamping documents, and preparing redactions. • Coordinate deposition schedules, including securing client availability and scheduling court reporters or videographers. • Assist with large-scale mailings, such as notices and settlement checks, by preparing envelopes and managing postage. • Facilitate mediation preparation by calendaring deadlines, ensuring payments, and organizing discovery materials. • Help attorneys and paralegals prepare for trial by managing trial binders, exhibits, and ensuring client readiness.
2026-04-01T00:00:00Z

Litigation Attorney

Houston, TX
onsite
Permanent
150000 - 225000 USD / Yearly
Trial Attorney – Catastrophic Trucking & Commercial Vehicle LitigationHouston, Texas | Confidential Plaintiff-Side Litigation FirmAre you the kind of trial lawyer who commands a courtroom, dismantles a trucking defense before the first recess, and thrives when the stakes are highest?A premier Houston-based plaintiff’s firm is seeking a first-chair trial attorney with deep experience in catastrophic injury and complex trucking litigation. This is not a stepping-stone role. This is for a battle-tested litigator ready to lead.If you know the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations better than the defense does — and can translate them into verdict-winning strategy — we want to talk. What You’ll DoLead complex catastrophic injury and commercial trucking cases from intake through verdict.Serve as first-chair trial counsel, developing and executing litigation strategy.Take and defend expert depositions in high-exposure matters.Break down corporate structures and pursue layered liability theories.Navigate multi-million-dollar insurance towers and coverage disputes.Advocate for clients whose lives have been permanently altered. Licensing & ExperienceLicensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas3+ years of progressive experience taking personal injury cases to trialSignificant first-chair trial experienceProven record trying catastrophic injury casesExceptional writing, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy skillsCommanding jury presence and persuasive communication style Compensation & BenefitsWe value high-level trial talent and compensate accordingly.Compensation$150,000 – $225,000 base salary (DOE)Significant discretionary bonuses tied to attorney’s fees generated from resolved cases Comprehensive BenefitsHealth, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with employer match50% vesting after 1 year100% vesting after 2 yearsAccess to financial wellness and retirement planning toolsPaid Leave80 hours PTO in year one (available after 30 days)11 firm-observed holidays (including Juneteenth and Good Friday)3 days paid bereavement leavePaid parental leave:Up to 6 weeks maternity leave (100% paid)Up to 2 weeks paternity/bonding leave
2026-04-03T00:00:00Z

Sr. Legal Secretary

Houston, TX
onsite
Permanent
75000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Legal Secretary to support a dynamic team of attorneys within a well-established litigation firm in Houston, Texas. This role combines the responsibilities of a litigation secretary and paralegal, offering an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with strong technical skills and significant experience in corporate litigation. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and ready to contribute immediately in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Responsibilities: • Provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support to 3–4 attorneys in a corporate litigation group. • Draft, format, and finalize legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and discovery materials. • Manage electronic filing processes at both state and federal levels. • Maintain and update litigation calendars, ensuring all deadlines are met. • Accurately record billable hours for both personal time and attorney time. • Assist with billable paralegal tasks, contributing to the firm's overall efficiency. • Coordinate trial preparation efforts, including organizing exhibits and materials. • Collaborate with attorneys and staff in a team-oriented environment to achieve case objectives. • Ensure compliance with legal procedures and firm standards. • Adapt to shifting attorney assignments as needed while maintaining high-quality work.
2026-03-30T00:00:00Z

Legal Administrator

Houston, TX
onsite
Permanent
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Legal Administrator to join our team in Houston, Texas. This position plays a vital role in supporting the Legal Department, providing comprehensive administrative and operational assistance to attorneys and ensuring the efficient handling of legal and compliance activities. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in legal processes, strong organizational skills, and a meticulous attention to detail. Responsibilities: • Deliver advanced administrative support to attorneys, including managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling correspondence. • Prepare, format, and oversee legal and contractual documents such as litigation holds, demand letters, and cease-and-desist communications. • Conduct legal and business research, including bankruptcy inquiries, and assist with drafting claims and related filings. • Track and coordinate compliance activities, ensuring timely completion of anti-corruption training for employees and vendors. • Maintain organized physical and digital filing systems to support efficient legal operations. • Manage vendor and third-party verification processes, including documentation reviews and reporting updates. • Process and monitor legal invoices using legal management tools, ensuring compliance with internal protocols. • Assist with insurance-related tasks, including reviewing documents and coordinating certificates of insurance. • Facilitate vendor onboarding and ensure adherence to required business procedures. • Monitor vendor compliance with service agreements and escalate issues when necessary.
2026-04-01T00:00:00Z