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About our clientOur client is a plaintiff-side personal injury and civil litigation firm based in Houston, Texas. They handle trucking and commercial vehicle accidents, motor vehicle collisions, rideshare liability, wrongful death, legal malpractice, negligent nursing home care, medical malpractice, and premises liability matters. The firm is built on aggressive advocacy, disciplined case management, and exceptional client service. They are seeking a skilled, detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal to support our litigation team across approximately 50 active files.Position SummaryThe Litigation Paralegal serves as the operational backbone of our litigation team. This role requires a paralegal who can manage a high-volume docket independently, produce quality discovery work product, coordinate depositions and expert witnesses, and interface with courts, clients, opposing counsel, and third-party records custodians. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized under pressure, and comfortable working across diverse practice areas in a fast-paced environment.Practice Areas SupportedTrucking and commercial vehicle accidents (FMCSA/CMV litigation)Motor vehicle accidentsRideshare liability (Uber, Lyft, and transportation network companies)Legal malpracticeNegligent nursing home / long-term care facility claimsMedical malpractice (Chapter 74 compliance required)Premises liability (negligent security, slip-and-fall, and related theories)Wrongful death claims arising from any of the aboveCore ResponsibilitiesDiscovery Drafting & ManagementDraft written discovery including Requests for Production, Interrogatories, Requests for Admission, and Requests for Disclosure under Texas Rules of Civil ProcedureDraft responses to written discovery received from opposing parties; review, organize, and assemble responsive documents for productionPrepare and maintain privilege logs; coordinate redaction review with supervising attorneyMonitor discovery deadlines and respond to or send supplemental discovery as requiredUse BriefPoint or comparable platform to manage and organize discovery responsesDeposition CoordinationSchedule and coordinate in-person and video (Zoom) depositions of fact witnesses, treating providers, corporate representatives, and expert witnessesPrepare and serve notices of deposition, subpoenas, and deposition topics for corporate representative depositionsArrange court reporters and videographers; manage remote link logistics and confirm all party appearancesPrepare deposition summary outlines and chronological exhibit binders for attorney reviewCollect, index, and electronically organize deposition transcripts and exhibits following completionThird-Party & Government Records RetrievalDraft and submit Public Information Act (PIA) requests to Texas state agencies, municipalities, law enforcement agencies, and regulatory bodiesObtain medical records, billing records, and employment records through HIPAA-compliant authorizations and subpoenasRetrieve trucking-related records including driver qualification files, ELD/GPS data, DVIRs, and maintenance logs from carriers and third-party vendors (Motive, KeepTruckin, J.J. Keller, etc.)Request and track HHSC, DADS, and Long-Term Care Ombudsman records in nursing home mattersFollow up on outstanding records requests and document all correspondence and receipt dates in the case management systemCase & Docket ManagementMaintain and monitor all deadlines across approximately 50 active litigation files using MyCase or comparable case management platformTrack and calendar scheduling orders, discovery cutoff dates, expert designation deadlines, and trial settingsPrepare and file pleadings, motions, and discovery in Texas state courts through eFileTexas; monitor TylerTech filing confirmationsDraft routine motions (motions to compel, motions for extension of time, agreed scheduling order modifications) for attorney review and approvalMaintain organized electronic case files; ensure all documents are properly named, dated, and categorizedTrial Preparation SupportPrepare trial exhibit lists, witness lists, and deposition designationsOrganize and index trial exhibit binders (physical and electronic) and coordinate pre-trial submissionsAssist with jury charge research, trial notebook preparation, and pre-trial briefing supportCoordinate subpoena service for trial witnesses; maintain trial team communication logQualificationsMinimum 1 year of paralegal experience in plaintiff-side personal injury or civil litigation required; 3+ years preferredTexas paralegal certificate, ABA-approved paralegal program certificate, or Associate's/Bachelor's degree with equivalent litigation experienceDemonstrated proficiency drafting Texas civil discovery under the Texas Rules of Civil ProcedureExperience with Chapter 74 expert report requirements (medical malpractice) strongly preferredFamiliarity with FMCSA regulations and trucking litigation evidence (ELD, DVIR, HOS logs) a significant plusProficiency with case management software (MyCase preferred) and eFileTexasStrong working knowledge of Harris County District Court local rules and proceduresExcellent written communication, organizational, and time-management skillsStrong work ethic with a hard-working, dependable approach to daily responsibilitiesEagerness to learn firm processes, practice area nuances, and evolving legal technologyTechnologically proficient and comfortable adopting new software platforms, remote collaboration tools, and digital workflowsReliable high-speed internet connection required for fully remote workCompensationHourly or monthly rate commensurate with experience; remote/virtual position#J-18808-Ljbffr