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Allensworth | Texas Construction Lawyers · 2 months ago

Litigation Paralegal/ Legal Assistant

Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Allensworth is a busy and growing commercial construction law firm seeking a full-time Litigation Paralegal/Legal Assistant in its downtown Austin office. The role involves managing complex multiparty lawsuits, preparing legal documents, and providing support for attorneys during litigation processes.

ConsultingReal Estate

Responsibilities

Day-to-day management of complex, multiparty lawsuits for multiple attorneys, including management of incoming and outgoing documents and all scheduling needs

Calendaring and monitoring litigation deadlines and assisting attorneys with management of same

Prepare first draft shell pleadings, subpoenas, discovery requests and responses, motions, and orders

Prepare documents for production (review for privilege and Bates label)

Edit, format, proofread and finalize various documents

Compose transmittal and other correspondence to opposing counsel, court administrators, litigation support vendors, insurers etc

Electronic filing of court documents

Prepare and provide support for depositions, hearings, trial, and arbitration

Maintain client and general files, service lists, and case information

Timely handling of case-related administrative duties, including conflicts checks, client engagement letters, calendaring, travel arrangements, opening and closing of files, etc

Perform overflow work on an as-needed basis

Qualification

Litigation experienceDocument managementLegal softwareWriting skillsCommunication skillsTime-management skillsOrganizational skillsProfessional demeanorAttention to detailTeamwork