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What is the role of a Paralegal - Corporate Defense at Mayer LLP?

The Paralegal - Corporate Defense position at Mayer LLP is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the Professional Services field.

Where is this Paralegal - Corporate Defense job located?

Houston, Texas, 77002, United States

What type of employment is offered for this Paralegal - Corporate Defense role?

Full-time or part-time position

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Paralegal - Corporate Defense

Responsibilities

Drafting legal documents including complaints, pleadings, motions, and subpoenas. This requires a strong understanding of legal terminology and procedures, as well as excellent writing skills.
Preparing and filing court documents, such as motions and pleadings, and ensuring that they are filed on time and in accordance with court rules and procedures.
Communicate effectively with clients, witnesses, and other parties involved in the case, including opposing counsel.
Managing case files and organizing documents and exhibits for trial. This includes keeping track of deadlines, organizing discovery documents, and ensuring that all exhibits are properly marked and prepared for presentation in court.
Assist attorneys during depositions, hearings, and trials. This may include preparing witnesses for testimony, organizing exhibits for presentation in court, and assisting with cross-examination.
Conducting legal research to gather relevant information related to the case. This includes researching relevant case law, statutes, and regulations, and analyzing the legal implications of the information gathered.
Summarizing depositions, legal documents, and trial testimony. This involves distilling complex legal information into concise and easily digestible summaries that can be used by attorneys in court.

Experience

Minimum 3 years previous experience working as a Paralegal on insurance defense cases (transportation, dram shop, premises liability, etc.) from beginning to end
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong understanding of legal terminology, procedures, and regulations
Strong writing and research skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Proficiency in using legal research tools, such as LexisNexis and Westlaw
Proficiency in using Microsoft Office and other relevant software
Have a masterful understanding of the litigation flow, as well as demonstrate the appropriate urgency and initiative in performing tasks that advance the cases toward resolution

Benefits

Full suite of health/dental/vision benefits that go into effect the 1st of the month after an employee starts with the firm
10 company holidays + 4 early release days
16 PTO days
Hybrid schedule (3 days/week in office, 2 days/week at home)
401k + firm match based on previous year revenue. Historically we have matched 25% up to 6% of the employee contribution
Discretionary year end bonus
Employee referral bonus ($2000 - $4000)

$60,000 - $85,000 a year

Paralegal - Corporate Defense in Houston, Texas at Mayer LLP

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