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Baker Botts · 15 hours ago

Litigation Paralegal

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Baker Botts is a law firm seeking a highly skilled Litigation Paralegal to support their Disputes Technology & Services practice group. The role involves managing litigation matters, preparing legal documents, conducting research, and assisting attorneys during court proceedings.

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Responsibilities

Work as fully integrated member of team supporting multiple types of litigation matters from inception through trial (including on-site support)

Prepare first drafts of discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, deposition notices, cover motions, declarations, proposed orders, exhibit appendices and correspondence

Manage and maintain a current and complete electronic client/matter file

Perform factual and legal cite checking of motions and briefs utilizing the Blue Book and other key cite checking authorities

Perform and report on litigation history research regarding opposing parties and counsel

Analyze and report on metrics regarding parties, Courts, Judges, motions outcomes and litigation milestones

Assist with document collection processes and oversee document production

Perform Daubert research regarding party experts using publicly available data and legal research tools

E-file documents in various courts, including but not limited to Texas Federal and State Courts, Bankruptcy Court, 5th Court of Appeals and Texas Supreme Court

Prepare materials for and assist attorneys with court proceedings (in person and remote) including but not limited to hearings, depositions, arbitration, and trial

Coordinate with external vendors to source competitive bids and negotiate contracts

Qualification

Litigation life cycleTexas Rules of Civil ProcedureDocument management softwareMicrosoft productivity toolsLegal research toolsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem solving skillsAttention to detailSelf-starter

Required

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Minimum 3 years of experience in a large law firm environment, preferably within a litigation practice

In-depth understanding of the litigation life cycle

Proficient with procedural rules including but not limited to Texas Rules of Civil Procedure, related Local Rules, and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure

Engaged with current litigation events, cases, decisions, and updates to rules

Proficient with Microsoft productivity tools (Advanced): Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access

Proficient with software including but not limited to document management software/iManage, Opus2 or similar transcript management tools, Relativity, Lex Machina, Docket Navigator, Westlaw, Lexis, PacerPro, and trial presentation tools such as OnCue, Sanction, or Trial Director

Ability to proofread materials for contextual, grammatical, typographical, or spelling errors

Must be reliable and a self-starter

Strong communication skills, both oral and written, and ability to work on teams across geographies (when necessary)

Ability to work well in high pressure environments

Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks to perform essential duties of the position under time constraints and with frequent interruptions

Ability to organize and manage large volumes of data

Ability to self-manage, anticipate, and delegate responsibilities as necessary

Ability to work well with internal and external clients and build relationships with individuals at all levels of an organization

Strong organizational skills, problem solving skills and attention to detail

Strong work ethic, high degree of integrity and ability to maintain strict confidentiality

Willingness to take full ownership of assignments

Willingness to train on and implement evolving technology and AI tools impacting litigation practice

Must be able to lift boxes of files weighing approximately 15 pounds

Must be able to routinely lift and carry file folders weighing up to 5-10 pounds

Must be able to spend long periods of time working at computer workstation

Must be able to lift, squat, kneel and bend

Position is full-time and requires a five-day work week and standard hours as outlined in the Firm policy manual

Work sometimes requires more than the regularly scheduled hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position

The first 60 days of employment will require this position to be in person

After which, this role will require a minimum of three days per week (or at least 60%) present in the office; occasional remote support is permitted

Must be available to work overtime, including weekend hours, when necessary to meet established deadlines or stay current with occasional peaks in workload

Must be willing to change regular work schedule to meet the needs of the Firm

Position may require occasional travel

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program

Company

Baker Botts

Baker Botts is a full-service international law firm in the energy, technology, and life sciences sectors.

Founded in 1840

Houston, Texas, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.bakerbotts.com

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