Senior Paralegal

Description

We're looking for a Senior Paralegal to join our Houston office team! 

Summary

The Paralegal will be responsible for working with attorneys and other departments and/or staff as assigned to provide support through all aspects of litigation in a variety of practice areas.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Under the supervision of an attorney, coordinate, organize, prepare, and interpret complex legal documents.
• Coordinate with attorneys and paralegal Is to direct workflow on various cases.
• Supervise paralegal Is on their duties performed and assist accordingly.
• Review and maintain documents and case files ensuring accuracy, organization, and confidentiality
• Compile pleadings for filing with courts and relevant agencies.
• Conduct electronic document reviews, coordinate productions of documents with attorneys, conduct searches of production databases for relevant documents, and conduct other related eDiscovery tasks.
• Assist with drafting discovery, pleadings, and status reports.
• Organize and conduct case-related team meetings as needed.
• Collaborate with attorneys and team members to develop effective case strategies and timelines. Review and draft summaries of discovery responses, document productions, and relevant records.
• Assist with preparation and review of materials for court hearings and depositions.
• Attend client meetings, conference calls, and other case related meetings with attorneys.
• Conduct legal research, document review, and compile relevant case information; perform factual research in internal and external databases and libraries.
• Review and process vendor invoices for accuracy.

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.ter and pride ourselves on an inclusive culture.

About Kahana Feld

We are OUTSTANDING

We achieve excellent results for our clients by recruiting and developing great attorneys and legal professionals while providing the resources necessary to succeed.

We are UNDERSTANDING

We listen to our clients, ask question

We are UPSTANDING

We prioritize integrity and high characs, communicate clearly, and respond promptly.

Our DIVERSITY STATEMENT

At Kahana Feld, diversity, equity, and inclusion are a priority. Our culture nurtures a sense of pride, ownership, and passion that transcends titles and roles. We believe that respecting and valuing differences and diverse backgrounds fosters a more collaborative work environment, engenders a better understanding of our clients, and helps us achieve better results.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kahana Feld provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Requirements

• 6-10 years of experience preferred, working as a paralegal, preferably with a focus on litigation, labor and employment, personal injury, or construction defect cases.
• Proficiency in legal research, including familiarity with online databases and resources.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with professionalism in client and colleague interactions.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation and file management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Proficient in use of third-party e-filing providers, including but not limited to One Legal, First Legal, Odyssey File & Serve, Green Filing, etc.
• Proficient in use of PACER and the federal Judiciary’s Case Management/Electronic Case Files (CM/ECF) system.