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Litigation Paralegal

Houston, Texas Permanent USD80,000 - USD125,000 per year View Job Description
The Litigation Paralegal will play a key role supporting complex litigation matters, with a strong focus on energy-related disputes, by assisting with discovery, trial preparation, court filings, and case management. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced litigation paralegal to join a prestigious law firm, work closely with partners, and gain exposure to high-profile cases in a collaborative Houston office.
  • Big Law resources, close-knit culture
  • Work directly with 10 partners

About Our Client

Our client is a highly respected global law firm known for handling sophisticated, high-stakes legal matters across a wide range of industries. With a collaborative culture, strong reputation for excellence, and commitment to professional development, they offer the resources of a leading international platform while maintaining a close-knit and supportive office environment in Houston.

Job Description

  • Support attorneys through all phases of litigation, including discovery, trial preparation, and case management.
  • Prepare, organize, and maintain pleadings, motions, subpoenas, exhibits, and other legal documents.
  • Coordinate court filings and ensure compliance with applicable deadlines and procedural requirements.
  • Assist with document review, productions, factual investigations, and legal research.
  • Prepare deposition, hearing, and trial materials, including witness files, exhibits, and trial notebooks.
  • Maintain case files, litigation databases, and project tracking tools to support active matters.
  • Communicate with clients, witnesses, experts, and other external parties as directed by attorneys.
  • Provide day-to-day litigation support across sophisticated matters, including energy-related disputes.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Litigation Paralegal should have:

  • 3-5+ years of litigation paralegal experience, ideally within a law firm or sophisticated litigation environment.
  • Experience supporting complex litigation matters, including discovery, court filings, and trial preparation.
  • Energy, oil & gas, or other commercial litigation experience is highly preferred.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities simultaneously.
  • Excellent attention to detail, professionalism, and client service skills.
  • Experience with e-discovery platforms such as Relativity or Opus2 is preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • The ability to work independently, take initiative, and collaborate effectively with attorneys and legal staff.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive annual salary ranging from $80,000 to $125,000.
  • Bonus opportunity.
  • Hybrid work schedule after on boarding.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Long-term career growth and development opportunities.



Interested? Apply today.

Contact
Virginia Kelleter
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7116089

Job summary

Sector
Legal
Sub Sector
Paralegals / Legal Assistants - Private Practice
Industry
Business Services
Where
Houston
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Virginia Kelleter
Job Reference
JN-092026-7116089
 

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