Litigation Paralegal - Torts Section

Company: Cornerstone Staffing
Location: Dallas
Posted on: April 12, 2025

Job Description:

The City of Dallas is seeking an experienced, energetic, and self-motivated litigation paralegal to join its Torts Section.

Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.

Job Title: Litigation Paralegal - Torts Section

Location: City of Dallas

Pay: $25/hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8 AM-5 PM

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience supporting attorneys through all phases of civil litigation in Texas state courts. This role requires strong attention to detail, exceptional organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Key responsibilities include:

Assisting attorneys in defending personal injury claims under the Texas Tort Claims Act
Collecting and organizing documentary evidence
Managing case deadlines and calendars
Drafting and responding to discovery requests
Handling subpoenas and third-party discovery
Researching legal issues, statutes, and regulations
Summarizing depositions and other case-related materials
Preparing legal memoranda, pleadings, and other documents
Assisting with hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials
Supporting trial and appellate brief preparation
Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed

Requirements:

Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in Word, Excel, Adobe, and e-discovery platforms
Must have a paralegal certificate or bachelor's degree in a related field is required
This position involves regular contact with the public, city officials, and internal staff, must be comfortable interacting with the public



Application Process Includes:

Skills Testing
Drug Testing
Background Check




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