Paralegal
Pilsbury Law

Job Info

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Houston, Texas

Job Description

Pillsbury's Houston office seeks a Paralegal for its Litigation Practice Section.

Primary Responsibilities

• Works under the supervision of an attorney and helps with case management, filings, meeting deadlines, trial preparation, and trial technology. Serves as the attorney's right-hand person at trial.
• Researches, gathers, analyzes, and compiles information and documents to assist in advising in litigation matters and as part of the discovery process.
• Works with attorneys in the identification, interviewing, and preparation of witnesses and collection of documents.
• Provides general assistance to attorneys, and prepares summaries of factual findings, legal research, and/or sequential and chronological events for attorneys.
• Works with attorneys in the drafting of pleadings, motions, and discovery documents.
• Communicates with court personnel, personnel at state and federal agencies, and other agencies regarding proceedings.
• Maintains an awareness of, and stays up to date with, changes in law and procedures.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3+ years' experience providing litigation support.
• College degree or comparable paralegal experience is required; paralegal certificate preferred.
• Ability to meet the Firm's billable hours requirement while maintaining excellent service and producing consistently high quality work product that meets or exceeds the Firm's quality standards.
• Ability to travel to assist attorneys at trial.
• Exceptional research and technology skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills; ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and coordinate projects.
• Ability to use good judgment, initiative, and command of resources to accomplish results.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills to communicate and follow instructions effectively from a diverse group of clients and attorneys.
• Work well independently and on a team; ability to work well under pressure to meet deadlines.

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please contact us at PillsburyWorkday@pillsburylaw.com .

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