Website Thrivas Staffing Agency
An established law firm is hiring a paralegal in Fort Worth, 76102. This is a permanent position offering full time hours + benefits.
BENEFITS: YES. Medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, long term life & disability, 100% employer paid life insurance plan. Regular pay increases, etc.
About the law firm: A small nationwide law firm with approximately 30 attorneys serving mostly the energy industries (energy, oil, gas, etc). Established and organized law firm with up to date technology. In addition to the energy industry the firm oversees Labor & Employment, Commercial Business, Litigation and Insurance Defense work.
About the position: This is an in-office role. You will support a personal injury attorney with over 20 years of experience. We are seeking a legal professional who is focused on quality over quantity. Duties will include preparing pleadings, discovery and correspondence. Handle calendaring and scheduling. Applicants must know how to E-File in Texas. The Legal Assistant/Paralegal will be involved in direct communication with clients, offices of opposing counsel, court reporters, court staff, witnesses, etc. This would include procuring documents and information for case development, investigation, scheduling and acting as a liaison for all parties. We will consider plaintiff personal injury background as well as business litigation.
Minimum Qualifications
Must know how to E-File (Texas)
3+ years of litigation experience
5+ years of legal experience
Comfortable working independently