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Job Title: Trial Paralegal / Senior Legal Assistant

Location: Houston, Texas

Department: Pharmaceutical Litigation

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Firm

A premier national trial law firm is seeking an experienced Trial Paralegal / Senior Legal Assistant to support attorneys handling complex pharmaceutical and mass tort litigation. This role plays a critical part in supporting high-volume litigation matters and ensuring efficient case management from intake through resolution.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. This position requires strong litigation experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage sensitive client matters with professionalism and empathy.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Support & Document Preparation

• Draft, review, and edit legal documents including pleadings, motions, affidavits, and correspondence in accordance with court rules and procedures.
• File pleadings and motions using state and federal court e-filing systems.
• Prepare and proofread legal documents and filings for accuracy and completeness.
• Conduct legal research and analyze case law, statutes, and regulations; prepare summaries and memoranda for attorney review.
• Utilize litigation review platforms (such as Relativity or DISCO) to review document productions and perform advanced searches.

Trial Preparation & Support

• Assist with trial preparation, including compiling exhibits, preparing trial binders, proofreading briefs, and creating tables of authorities.
• Support attorneys during trial by managing exhibits, coordinating witnesses, and assisting with logistics.
• Provide on-site trial support and interact with clients to ensure a professional and seamless trial process.

Docket & Case Management

• Manage a docket of pharmaceutical-related mass tort cases from intake through resolution.
• Maintain case summaries and litigation chronologies tracking key developments.
• Monitor and calendar case deadlines and milestones, ensuring compliance with court schedules.
• Coordinate completion of plaintiff fact sheets, discovery responses, and required case documentation.
• Collaborate with attorneys and legal staff to facilitate workflow and case progress.

Client Communication

• Communicate with clients via phone, email, and written correspondence to obtain case-related information.
• Schedule client calls and appointments and assist with the completion of client and plaintiff fact sheets.
• Maintain professional communication with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and expert witnesses.
• Demonstrate professionalism and empathy when speaking with clients regarding sensitive legal and medical matters.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree and/or certificate from an ABA-approved paralegal program
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a legal environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Experience with e-filing systems and document management across active litigation matters
• Familiarity with legal research platforms such as PACER, LexisNexis, and Westlaw
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

• Experience supporting mass tort or pharmaceutical litigation