What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Paralegal position at LHH?
A national product liability defense firm with an active trial docket is continuing to grow and seeking a Trial‑Ready Litigation Paralegal for its Austin office.
This role is built for defense paralegals who want to stay close to trial, take ownership of complex matters, and be trusted as part of the litigation strategy, not just execution.
The Work
- High‑exposure product liability defense (automobile, medical device, pharmaceutical, consumer products, warranty, asbestos)
- Hands‑on trial preparation and in‑trial support
- Discovery, subpoenas, depositions, exhibits, medical chronologies
- State and federal filings; document analysis and review
- Active collaboration with trial attorneys from start to finish
Why This Role Is Different
- Paralegals are respected contributors to the case team
- Strong internal support: legal assistant partnership, IT resources, structured onboarding
- Ongoing professional development and training
- Hybrid schedule (3 days in office / 2 remote)
- National trial platform with local office culture
- Leadership that values tenure, accountability, and excellence
What They’re Looking For
- 4 years of litigation defense experience
- Product liability, med mal, automobile, or complex tort background
- Trial experience matters
- Comfortable billing time and working within client guidelines
- Long‑term mindset — this firm invests in people who want to stay
📍 Austin, TX (Hybrid - 3 days onsite/2 days remote)
🎯 1800 billable hours annually
💼 Competitive compensation full benefits
If you’re looking for a seat at a trial‑forward defense firm where paralegals are genuinely valued — this is worth exploring.