Paralegal

Fee, Smith, and Sharp, LLP is seeking an experienced and highly motivated paralegal to join our legal team in our Austin office.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive litigation support to a team of litigators and work collaboratively with partners and senior associates to develop and implement litigation strategies.
• Prepare. edit, and format legal documents related to litigation, such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests, etc.
• Assist with all stages of litigation.
• Conduct legal and investigative research.
• Prepare medical chronologies summarizing parties treatment and maintaining updated and accurate records of further treatment.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel in a professional and courteous manner.
• Assist with attorney timekeeping, expense reports, and calendaring deadlines
• Manage deadlines and maintain a high level of accuracy in all work performed. Take ownership of assigned tasks and ensure that they are completed accurately and on time.
• Demonstrate discipline and attention to detail in all aspects of work, including time management, organization, and document review.

Qualifications:

• 3 year of paralegal experience required, 5+ years preferred.
• Strong understanding of legal terminology and concepts related to litigation procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with legal research databases a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and client service skills.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative, while also collaborating effectively with attorneys and other team members.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Experience and familiarity with the State and Federal Court CM/ECF system and filings.

Our firm offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to work with experienced trial lawyers on complex and high-stakes matters.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person