Litigation Paralegal – Gibson Herod Law

Job Description

We are not a typical law firm. We are a small but elite team of litigators who are on the cutting edge of commercial litigation in Texas. Clients are successful forward-thinkers who demand nothing less than first-rate service and unrivaled results. We are looking for a driven Litigation Paralegal who is ready to dedicate themselves to a challenging and rewarding career, not just a job.

As a key member of our litigation team, you will be on the front lines, providing high-level support to our attorneys on complex, high-stakes cases. This role requires grit, exceptional attention to detail, and a relentless work ethic. If you thrive under pressure and are committed to excellence, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

• Case Management: Serve as the backbone of our legal team by meticulously managing complex litigation cases, including organizing documents, maintaining comprehensive case files, and tracking critical deadlines.
• Factual Investigation/Research: Conduct thorough factual research and investigations to support case strategy and preparation.
• Document Preparation: Draft and format legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence with precision and speed.
• Discovery: Play a critical role in the discovery process by collecting, reviewing, and summarizing documents and deposition transcripts to uncover key information.
• Client Interaction: Act as a professional and effective liaison between our attorneys and clients, witnesses, courts, and opposing counsel.
• Court Filings: Ensure the timely and accurate filing of legal documents with courts and agencies, guaranteeing compliance with all local and federal rules.
• Trial Support: Provide essential support during trials, from preparing trial exhibits to assisting with courtroom logistics.

• Collections Expertise: Extensive experience in business litigation with a deep, practical understanding of the litigation process from start to finish.
• Litigation Experience: A minimum of 3 years of business litigation experience.
• Certifications: Paralegal certification from an ABA-approved program is preferred.
• Proven Work Ethic: A demonstrated history of strong organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and an unwavering work ethic.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), online investigative tools, and AI.
• Resilience: The ability to manage multiple tasks and strict deadlines in a demanding, fast-paced environment.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.