Amaro Law Firm · 9 hours ago
Paralegal
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expAmaro Law Firm is a nationally recognized plaintiff’s trial law firm located in Houston’s Heights area. They are seeking a reliable and self-motivated paralegal with extensive litigation experience to manage cases and support attorneys in trial preparation.
ConsultingLaw EnforcementProfessional Services
Hiring Manager
Matthew Emswiler
Responsibilities
Case Management: Oversee cases from sign-up to post-verdict or settlement, including drafting discovery, e-filing, preparing trial notebooks, ordering medical records, coordinating medical appointments, and responding to client inquiries
Litigation Support: Schedule depositions, coordinate with record retrieval and deposition companies, and assist attorneys in preparing for hearings and trials
Docket Oversight: Manage litigation dockets, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and ensure timely progress on cases
Document Preparation: Draft legal documents, including motions, contracts, and agreements, with thorough knowledge of Texas Rules of Civil Procedure (TRCP) and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP), including rules like TRCP 203 and 18.001 affidavits
Administrative Tasks: Organize, index, and track files; analyze and organize information for reports; and provide courtroom and office support to attorneys
Client and Team Coordination: Manage client communications and supervise support staff to ensure efficient case progression
Qualification
Required
3-5 years in plaintiff personal injury litigation
Assisting attorneys in preparation for hearings and trials
Strong organizational and analytical skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Microsoft 365)
Familiarity with legal databases, preferably Needles
Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Collaborative mindset with excellent leadership and communication skills
Preferred
Wrongful death/Catastrophic experience
Associate degree in paralegal studies
Certification from the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA) or the American Alliance Certified Paralegal (AACP) credential
Bilingual candidates (English/Spanish)
Benefits
Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
Short-term/long-term disability
Life insurance
Profit-sharing 401(k) plan with employer match
Company
Amaro Law Firm
Amaro Law Firm offers law services for personal injury & mass torts, business litigation, property insurance claims, and wrongful death.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
J
James Amaro
Founder
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