Legal Staff Paralegal in Austin, TX

Law Firm

Austin, TX

Legal Staff Paralegal in Austin, TX

Legal Staff

1-5 yrs required

No

Job Title: Paralegal - Responsive Pleadings

Job Responsibilities:
The Paralegal - Responsive Pleadings position entails providing crucial support to attorneys in various aspects of legal work, specifically focusing on responsive pleadings for asbestos cases. The role includes:

- Assisting attorneys with fact investigation, legal research, document preparation and production, and database management.
- Managing docketing and case management, ensuring efficient overall client service.
- Participating in litigation practice activities such as discovery, deposition preparation, investigation, trial and mediation preparation.
- Analyzing factual information and assisting in the preparation of pleadings, motions, and/or briefs.
- Managing document production databases and case management databases.
- Participating in trials.
- Maintaining a professional demeanor and attitude while complying with firm policies.
- Sustaining attention to detail and quality of work.
- Developing technical proficiency in database use, internet/electronic research, and project folder/electronic file maintenance.
- Independently organizing and managing files or delegating similar tasks to Paralegal Assistants or Information Governance and supervising the same.
- Attending and participating in in-house CLEs (Continuing Legal Education).
- Supervising and mentoring Paralegal Assistants.
- Anticipating attorney needs and handling key duties independently without supervision from another Paralegal or Senior Paralegal.
- Meeting a billable hour requirement of 1500 hours per year.

Core Requirements:
- Delivering superior service to all internal and external customers and effective communication.
- Interacting in a professional and courteous manner with clients and employees at all times, with a required professional appearance.
- Successfully performing position requirements with excellent organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills.
- Working collaboratively within a team and adapting to changing business demands.
- Producing an acceptable amount of work efficiently and accurately, with a quality final work product.
- Exercising good judgment by making sound and practical decisions, assuming responsibility for decisions, and acting decisively under deadlines.
- Maintaining a high level of professional integrity, confidentiality, and building trust.
- Leading and motivating the work of others; managing direct reports, including performance evaluation, goal-setting, employee development, and problem-solving when applicable.

Position-Specific Requirements:
- Mandatory experience in Asbestos/Toxic Tort litigation.
- Possession of a Paralegal Certificate or a Bachelor’s degree in a law-related field, or an Associate’s degree with paralegal training.

Education and Experience Information:
- Required experience includes Mass Tort/Asbestos experience.
- Preferred experience includes Florida asbestos experience.
- Educational qualifications include a Paralegal Certificate or a Bachelor's Degree.

Salary Information:
The compensation for this position is commensurate with skill and experience, varying based on factors such as skills, experience, location, and other legal considerations. The expected compensation ranges for this position in various states and jurisdictions are as follows:

- State of California: $84,000 - $112,000
- State of Colorado: $67,000 - $92,000
- State of Illinois: $72,000 - $98,000
- State of Maryland: $70,000 - $98,000
- State of Massachusetts: $76,000 - $90,000
- State of Minnesota: $89,000 - $100,000
- Jersey City, NJ: $85,000 - $116,000
- State of New York: $79,000 - $116,000
- State of Washington: $78,000 - $106,000
- Washington, DC: $85,000 - $115,000

The above salaries exclude a discretionary bonus, which is non-guaranteed and dependent upon individual and firm performance. Full-time employees are eligible for benefits, including medical and dental coverage, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, pre-tax flexible spending accounts for certain medical and dependent care expenses, an employee assistance program, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, and participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements.

Additional Information:
The job description is intended to outline the general content and requirements for the performance of this position and is not an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements. The law firm will provide reasonable accommodations as necessary to allow individuals with disabilities to apply for and/or perform the essential functions of the position. Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401K, are offered. Applicants are encouraged to include a cover letter and resume when applying. The law firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming minority, female, disabled, and veteran applicants.

Jul 10, 2025
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