Paralegal - General Liability

3-5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Title: Paralegal - General Liability

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Experience: 3+ years as a litigation paralegal

Location: Dallas, TX (Remote work possible)

Benefits: 401(k), Health, Dental and Vision insurance, Paid time off

Responsibilities:

Drafting legal memoranda including pleadings, discovery demands and responses, subpoenas, correspondence and discovery motions
Organize, chart and process incoming records and invoices
Follow up for outstanding records via telephone, e-mail and regular mail
Prepare answers and correspondence
Manage a large caseload and working with multiple attorneys
Review documents for relevance and privilege in preparation for disclosure
Conduct case law research using Lexis and public access websites to assist with strategies for defense
Assist with preparing attorneys for mediation and trial.
Retrieve documents from and save to document management system

Requirements:

Experience with Texas courts including e-filing
Billing experience
Experience in drafting legal documents
Proficiency in Adobe and Microsoft Office applications especially Outlook and Word
Must have ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
Familiarity with the Aderant Total Office (ATO)
Familiarity with Lexis Advance

Chartwell Law, a nationally ranked civil litigation law firm, is seeking a Paralegal for our Texas team. With over 200 attorneys and 29 offices across the country, Chartwell Law offers a collaborative and supportive work environment that values individual contributions and promotes growth and success. We are looking for a motivated professional with exceptional talent and experience in general liability insurance coverage and Texas courts. If you are ready to join a dynamic and growing firm, submit your resume and cover letter today!

Responsibilities:

As a Paralegal for Chartwell Law, you will be responsible for drafting legal documents, organizing and processing records and invoices, and conducting case law research. You will also assist with preparing attorneys for mediation and trial, manage a large caseload, and work with multiple attorneys. Other duties may include reviewing documents for relevance and privilege and retrieving and saving documents in the document management system.

Requirements:

To be considered for this position, you must have at least 3 years of experience as a litigation paralegal, with a strong understanding of Texas courts and e-filing. Billing experience and proficiency in Adobe and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook and Word, are also required. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational, scheduling, and calendaring skills, as well as the ability to multitask and meet deadlines. Familiarity with Aderant Total Office (ATO) and Lexis Advance is a plus.

Benefits:

At Chartwell Law, we value our employees and offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. This includes healthcare and retirement benefits, an engaging employee wellness program, mentoring program, and a charitable matching program. We also foster a supportive and inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and encourages personal and professional growth. Join our team today and become part of a welcoming and professional community at Chartwell Law!

Chartwell Law is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees can thrive and contribute to our success. Join us and be part of a team that values your unique experiences and perspectives!

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Healthcare, retirement benefits, employee wellness program, mentoring program, charitable matching program

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Legal research, drafting legal documents, case management, e-filing, billing, document management, Microsoft Office, Lexis Advance, Aderant Total Office

High school diploma or equivalent, Paralegal certification preferred

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Qualification and Experience High school diploma or equivalent, Paralegal certification preferred

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