What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Paralegal position at Zar Law Firm?
Litigation Paralegal – Plaintiff-Side Insurance & Personal Injury (Houston, TX)
Bilingual (English/Spanish) a Plus
About Us
Zar Law Firm is a Houston-based plaintiff litigation firm representing policyholders in first-party insurance disputes and victims in personal injury and medical malpractice matters. We pride ourselves on precision, professionalism, and advocacy that delivers results for our clients. Our practice is fast-paced and high-impact, focused on detailed case management and strong courtroom preparation.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support active caseloads from pre-suit through trial. The ideal candidate is highly organized, reliable under deadlines, and capable of independently managing assigned tasks without extensive oversight. Prior experience in first-party property or personal-injury litigation is preferred. Bilingual ability (English/Spanish) is strongly valued.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, proof, and finalize petitions, discovery responses, disclosures, and demand packages.
- Maintain litigation calendars, deadlines, and case milestones (e.g., TRCP 99(b), 194.3, scheduling orders, dispositive motions, mediation, trial).
- Coordinate communication between attorneys, clients, experts, and adjusters.
- Organize case files, exhibits, and deposition materials.
- Prepare filings and correspondence with courts and opposing counsel.
- Ensure all drafts follow firm templates and quality standards.
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in litigation support (Texas state and/or federal court preferred).
- Strong grammar, formatting, and document-management skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe, and case-management software (MyCase experience a plus).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize and meet strict deadlines in a high-volume environment.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus but not required.
Compensation and Hours
- Competitive hourly or salaried compensation based on experience.
- Full-time: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. (or 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.).
- Office located at 17 S. Briar Hollow Lane, Houston, TX.
How to Apply
Please submit your résumé and a brief cover letter outlining relevant litigation experience and specific examples of cases or responsibilities handled independently to Matt@zar-law.com