What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Paralegal position at CornerStone Staffing?
Join a high-performing North Texas litigation team where precision, speed, and organization directly impact case outcomes. This role is built for a highly organized Paralegal who thrives while supporting five attorneys simultaneously, balancing competing priorities, and keeping complex commercial litigation matters moving forward. Your ability to multitask, anticipate needs, and maintain structure in a fast-paced legal environment will directly contribute to protecting businesses across construction, real estate, insurance defense, commercial trucking, oil and gas, employment, and commercial disputes.
Paralegal
Location Dallas, TX | Remote
COMPENSATION & SCHEDULE
• $80,000–$90,000 annually
• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM or 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
• Direct Hire | W2
ROLE IMPACT
The Paralegal supports attorneys by managing case documentation, conducting legal research, and ensuring accuracy and compliance across all filings and records. Success in this role means organized case progression, timely preparation of legal materials, and reliable research that strengthens litigation and corporate matters. This position plays a critical role in maintaining workflow efficiency and protecting client confidentiality.
Key Responsibilities
• Prepare and review legal documents including contracts, pleadings, motions, and discovery materials
• Manage legal case files and maintain organized, audit-ready records for retrieval and compliance
• Conduct legal research across commercial litigation, legal malpractice, corporate law, employment law, and contract law
• Track deadlines, court dates, and deliverables to support case management and project timelines
• Provide trial and hearing support, including document preparation and attorney coordination
• Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to ethical and professional standards
Minimum Qualifications
• Paralegal certificate
• Experience supporting legal case management in a law office environment
• Strong legal research, document drafting, and organizational skills
Core Tools & Systems
• Legal case management systems (CMS)
• Document management systems (DMS)
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Legal research platforms (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis or similar)
• E-filing systems and court portals
Preferred Skills
• Experience supporting commercial litigation matters
• Familiarity with corporate, employment, and contract law
• Strong project management and deadline tracking skills
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