Location: Plano, TX
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday
Work Arrangement: Hybrid - 1 day per week remote
Compensation: $95,000-$110,000 annually, depending on experience
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal / Legal Assistant to provide high-level support to a team of litigation attorneys. This is an excellent opportunity for a polished, highly organized legal professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality work.
The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of litigation experience, strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while remaining calm and professional under pressure.
This position offers meaningful responsibility, direct exposure to sophisticated litigation matters, and the opportunity to become an integral part of a collaborative legal team.
Key Responsibilities
Attorney & Client Support
- Provide day-to-day support to multiple litigation attorneys and effectively manage competing priorities
- Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, vendors, and other outside parties
- Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, meetings, filings, and other scheduling requirements
- Monitor time-sensitive matters and proactively communicate upcoming deadlines or conflicts
- Anticipate attorney needs and work independently with minimal supervision
- Maintain professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality when handling sensitive legal matters
What We're Looking For
We are looking for a seasoned legal professional who is confident, dependable, highly organized, and capable of taking ownership of their responsibilities.
The Ideal Candidate Will Be Someone Who
- Thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment
- Can independently prioritize and manage multiple assignments
- Has excellent judgment and attention to detail
- Communicates clearly and professionally with attorneys, clients, courts, and outside parties
- Remains calm, composed, and solutions-oriented when deadlines are tight
- Takes initiative and anticipates what attorneys will need before being asked
- Understands the importance of confidentiality and professionalism
- Takes pride in delivering polished, accurate work
Qualifications
Required Experience
- 6+ years of litigation experience as a Litigation Paralegal, Legal Assistant, or comparable legal support professional
- Experience supporting attorneys in a fast-paced legal environment
- Strong understanding of litigation terminology, procedures, filings, and deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision
Preferred Experience
- Big law or sophisticated litigation experience
- Experience supporting senior or highly demanding attorneys
- Experience with state and federal court filings
- Familiarity with legal practice management or document management systems
Skills & Attributes
- Exceptional typing speed, accuracy, and proofreading skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
- Professional, polished, and client-service oriented
- Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in a high-pressure environment
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
Education
- Paralegal Certificate, Associate's Degree, or Bachelor's Degree preferred
- Equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience will be considered
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Competitive compensation of $95,000-$110,000, based on experience
- Hybrid flexibility with one remote day per week
- Opportunity to work closely with experienced litigation attorneys
- Exposure to sophisticated and challenging legal matters
- High level of responsibility, ownership, and professional visibility
- Opportunity for continued professional growth and development
- Collaborative environment where experienced legal professionals are valued