Paralegal

Lydecker
Dallas, TX
Category Legal
Job Description
We are seeking a Paralegal with a strong work ethic, exceptional organizational skills, and attention to detail to join our growing California defense litigation practice group. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of civil defense litigation experience and be able to commute to the north Dallas area.

Requirements

  • A minimum of 3 years of civil defense litigation experience, preferably in personal injury defense, employment defense, and/or an insurance defense litigation practice area
  • Previous experience with calendaring, docketing, interfacing with court personnel, opposing counsel, clients and vendors, drafting basic pleadings and legal correspondence
  • Basic knowledge of computer operation, internet software, spreadsheet software, and word processing software, with a preference for Microsoft products
  • Self-motivated and a self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, and internal team members
  • Detail-oriented with a keen eye for accuracy, proofreading, and editing legal documents for consistency and completeness
  • Proactive and self-motivated with a demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment

Benefits

  • Hourly rate depending on depth and years of experience
  • Annual performance reviews with potential for sizeable increase in salary
  • Hybrid or remote work environment
  • Flexible work hours
  • Medical Insurance – Currently provided by United Healthcare with multiple insurance plans to choose from based on your needs – partially paid for by Firm for the employee; All outpatient mental health services are free of charge with no copays
  • Optional Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Optional Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance
  • Optional Voluntary Accident Insurance
  • Optional Critical Illness Insurance
  • Optional Cancer Insurance
  • Optional Hospitalization Insurance
  • Optional Health Savings Account
  • Optional Flexible Spending Account
  • 401k after one calendar year of employment
  • Paid time off (PTO) to support your overall well-being
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