The Dept Defenders by Ciment Law Firm, PLLC
Location
Katy, TX | United States
Job description
Looking for a chance to join a close-knit, compassionate team of dedicated legal professionals? Our law firm is expanding and needs the help of a litigation paralegal to take our client relations to the next level and manage our growing caseload. Our ideal candidate is a naturally compassionate and empathetic listener, has extensive civil litigation experience in state and federal courts, and has impeccable docket management. You’ll have an opportunity to help a thriving law firm succeed and make a tangible difference in our client’s lives every day. If this sounds like a job you’d love, apply now! • Bilingual is a plus! • Opportunity for career advancement to leadership roles. Responsibilities: • Summarizing cases and preparing reports for attorneys • Conducting research, investigating facts, and developing legal arguments • Drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery responses, etc. • Preparing and filing documents with state and federal courts • Organizing and archiving the documents related to completed and ongoing cases • Keeping track of changes in the legal framework and providing timely updates on these changes • Diplomatic communication with opposing counsel and third parties • Empathetic communication with and consistent updates to clients Qualifications: Required: • 3-5 years in civil litigation (state and federal courts) • Ability to handle a large docket • Writing and proofreading skills Preferred: • Bilingual (English & Spanish) • Associate's Degree or Paralegal's Certificate • 3-5 years in debt resolution/defense Compensation: $50,000 - $65,000 yearly
• Summarizing cases and preparing reports for attorneys • Conducting research, investigating facts, and developing legal arguments • Drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery responses, etc. • Preparing and filing documents with state and federal courts • Organizing and archiving the documents related to completed and ongoing cases • Keeping track of changes in the legal framework and providing timely updates on these changes • Diplomatic communication with opposing counsel and third parties • Empathetic communication with and consistent updates to clients
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