Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Paralegal to provide hands-on support for a legal operations initiative in Houston, Texas. This is a Long-term Contract position suited for someone who is comfortable managing administrative workflows while also applying legal knowledge to document-related tasks. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and prior experience in legal support environments where accuracy and follow-through are essential.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain and organize legal records by reviewing information, correcting inconsistencies, and improving overall data accuracy across firm documentation.
- Respond to document execution follow-ups, including coordinating and processing DocuSign resend requests in a timely manner.
- Assist with day-to-day legal operations activities by tracking tasks, supporting workflow execution, and helping keep project milestones on schedule.
- Review legal and operational documents to identify issues, confirm completeness, and escalate items that require additional attention.
- Provide administrative support for project-based legal work, including file handling, status updates, and coordination with internal stakeholders.
- Apply paralegal knowledge to process-oriented assignments that require careful interpretation of legal materials and documentation standards. Requirements
- Prior experience working as a paralegal or in a legal support capacity with exposure to document review and administrative legal processes.
- Familiarity with litigation environments, including civil litigation support and related documentation practices.
- Experience using case management software to organize files, monitor progress, and maintain accurate records.
- Ability to review legal documents carefully and handle detail-sensitive tasks with a high degree of accuracy.
- Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple assignments effectively.
- Background in discovery, trial preparation, or broader litigation support is strongly preferred.
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