Paralegal - Houston; Hybrid

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Under the supervision of an attorney, the Paralegal assists attorneys and other paralegals in all stages of the litigation process. Must have sufficient skills to allow for successful problem‑solving and take strong initiative to fulfill responsibilities.

This is a hybrid position resident in Houston, Texas and follows a schedule working in-office 3 days per week.

• Initial review of case to assist attorneys’ evaluation. Draft case chronologies, “cast of characters”, answers and other pleadings; oversee receipt and intake of client documents.
• Coordinate the written and documentary discovery process. Draft discovery requests and responses for attorney review, coordinate production of documentary responses, review sufficiency of written and documentary responses. Attend document production, interact with client to obtain pertinent documents.
• Coordinate and handle deposition process. Coordinate and schedule lay and expert depositions, draft deposition outlines and select potential exhibits for attorney review, select relevant material for expert review, attend depositions, summarize transcripts. Prepare and serve subpoenas; arrange for court reporters/video technicians.
• Coordinate creation of litigation support database. Coordinate the creation of database in-house or with litigation support firms, coordinate receipt and transfer of documents for image‑processing, deposition summaries, word searches and provide links to written and imaged databases.
• Assist in factual investigations. Assist in or coordinate with investigators, witness searches, interview clients, employees, or third‑party witnesses, conduct public records searches, review and summarize employment and medical records for attorney review.
• Coordinate and assist in trial preparation. Coordinate compilation of trial binders, trial exhibits, demonstrative exhibits; coordinate arrangements for equipment and use of offsite trial facilities; assist with preparation of motions in limine, jury instructions, witness and exhibit lists; draft direct and cross examinations; assist with jury selection, operate trial preservation software, and attend trial.
• Perform basic legal and medical research, utilizing library books, online research tools and internet, cite‑checking and Shepardizing.
• File maintenance within firm standard. Prepare files for storage or return to client.
• Assist in the post‑trial and appeal process by performing tasks such as polling jury members, drafting memoranda of costs, cite‑checking motions for JNOV and/or new trial and appellate briefs, and creating and coordinating the assembly of excerpts of record.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 3 years paralegal experience.
• Certifications:
  
  Paralegal Certificate preferred.

Littler is the largest global employment and labor law practice in the world exclusively devoted to representing management. With more than 1,800 attorneys in over 100 offices worldwide, Littler serves as the single source solution provider to the global employer community. Consistently recognized as a leading and innovative law practice, Littler has been litigating, mediating and negotiating some of the most influential employment law cases and labor contracts for over 75 years.

Littler’s unparalleled commitment to labor and employment law helps clients navigate complex business worlds with nuanced legal issues—building better solutions for clients’ toughest challenges. With deep experience and resources that are local, everywhere, Littler is fully focused on its clients. A diverse team celebrates original thinking and proprietary technology drives bold, groundbreaking innovation that prepares employers for what’s likely to happen tomorrow.

We offer a generous benefits package to fulltime and part‑time employees working at least a 50% schedule. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental and vision plans for you, your spouse/domestic partner and children; a superior 401(k) plan; ample time‑off programs; mental health programs; family building and caregiving options; generous paid parental leave; life and disability insurance; a wellness program; flexible spending accounts;

and an employee referral bonus program. For more information about our benefits visit: ‑details.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Legal
• Industries:
  Law Practice

For inquiries regarding this opportunity, please e‑mail Jazmin Vivanco at  with "Paralegal - Houston" in the subject line.

Littler Mendelson is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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