Overview

: Litigation Paralegal Location: Austin, TXSalary: $65,000 $90,000/yr + bonusSchedule: Full-time In-office initially HybridExperience: 2 6 years litigation paralegal experience Law Firm Litigation Experience Required Practice area: Litigation / BankruptcyFirm quality: Growing boutique law firm with direct access to firm leadershipCareer upside: Full-case litigation exposure + discovery + depositions + trial supportCentral Texas Recruiting is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join a growing boutique law firm in Austin, TX. This is a newly created position supporting an expanding litigation and bankruptcy practice and offers hands-on involvement throughout the full lifecycle of cases from intake and discovery through trial and appeal.This role is designed for a litigation paralegal who wants meaningful case responsibility without the traditional Big Law hours. You'll work directly with partners and senior attorneys while supporting discovery, depositions, hearings, mediations, trial preparation, appeals, and complex litigation matters.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport attorneys throughout all phases of litigation, from case intake and investigation through discovery, trial, and appealManage active case files, calendars, court deadlines, dockets, and litigation schedulesDraft, proofread, format, and prepare pleadings, motions, subpoenas, discovery requests, correspondence, and other legal documentsElectronically file documents in Texas state and federal courts in accordance with applicable court rules and proceduresCoordinate discovery, including collecting, reviewing, organizing, and producing documentsUtilize Everlaw and other litigation-support tools to manage discovery and evidenceMaintain electronic and physical case files, exhibits, correspondence, and supporting documentationConduct legal research and summarize discovery responses, deposition transcripts, and other case materialsCoordinate and prepare for depositions, hearings, mediations, and trialsPrepare exhibits, trial notebooks, exhibit lists, witness materials, and supporting documentationProvide onsite trial support and travel when necessaryCoordinate with clients, witnesses, experts, vendors, opposing counsel, and court personnelWork directly with attorneys across seniority levels, from associates through equity partnersQualifications & Requirements:U.S. Work Eligibility RequiredEducation & Experience:2 6 years of litigation paralegal experience in a law firm environmentDemonstrated experience supporting litigation matters from discovery through trial preparationWorking knowledge of Texas state and federal court rules, filing procedures, and litigation deadlinesExperience preparing legal documents and assisting with discoveryExperience with electronic court filing systemsAbility to manage multiple active matters, deadlines, and competing prioritiesStrongly Preferred:Everlaw or comparable e-discovery platform experienceParalegal certificationOnsite trial-support experienceExperience preparing exhibits, trial notebooks, witness materials, and other trial documentationBankruptcy litigation exposureTechnical Skills & Competencies:Texas state and federal electronic filing systemsLitigation case-management and docketing processesE-discovery and document-management platformsStrong document preparation, proofreading, and organizational skillsAbility to adapt working style across different attorney seniority levelsStrong written and verbal communication skillsWorking Conditions:Full-time position based in Austin, TXIn-office during the initial onboarding period, with the opportunity to transition to approximately 3 days per week in office once establishedOnsite trial support and travel as needed