Texas (Remote) Paralegal

Summary

Law Offices of Robert S. Gitmeid & Assoc. PLLC is a consumer protection law firm representing consumers in matters involving creditors and debt collectors. The firm is seeking a full-time remote Litigation Paralegal residing in Texas to support attorneys with litigation matters, legal drafting and research, client communication, and administrative office tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the firm’s attorneys in managing a high volume of litigation matters
• Drafting pleadings, legal memoranda, settlement agreements, etc
• Communication with clients and opposing counsel
• Research with regard to simple and complex legal matters
• Administrative responsibilities such as client intake, organizing, and record keeping

Skills

• **Litigation Paralegal - This is a remote position, but candidates must reside in the state of Texas to be considered.**
• We're currently seeking a full-time Paralegal with civil litigation experience to support our attorneys in litigation-related matters and also to provide administrative support to the office staff
• The ideal candidate is one who has experience drafting legal documents, has strong legal writing skills, is very organized, and is willing to take on a heavy workload
• We are seeking a motivated paralegal who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative setting and is eager to advance their legal career
• Minimum of 1-year civil litigation experience (e.g., drafting pleadings and legal research)
• Exceptional legal writing skills
• Possess superior organizational and time-management skills
• Must be computer literate: Ability to easily learn the Firm's case management software
• Highest ethical standards and professional integrity
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with clients, staff, and outside parties
• Prior experience with Salesforce is a plus
• Paralegal Certification is a plus

Qualifications

Must Haves

• **Litigation Paralegal - This is a remote position, but candidates must reside in the state of Texas to be considered.**
• We're currently seeking a full-time Paralegal with civil litigation experience to support our attorneys in litigation-related matters and also to provide administrative support to the office staff
• The ideal candidate is one who has experience drafting legal documents, has strong legal writing skills, is very organized, and is willing to take on a heavy workload
• We are seeking a motivated paralegal who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative setting and is eager to advance their legal career
• Minimum of 1-year civil litigation experience (e.g., drafting pleadings and legal research)
• Exceptional legal writing skills
• Possess superior organizational and time-management skills
• Must be computer literate: Ability to easily learn the Firm's case management software
• Highest ethical standards and professional integrity
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with clients, staff, and outside parties

Nice to Haves

• Prior experience with Salesforce is a plus
• Paralegal Certification is a plus

Benefits

• Monthly performance-based bonuses after (90) days of employment
• Training & Guidance
• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• 401(k) Benefits with Employer Match
• Pre-tax Transit Benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• An incredible team of smart and supportive people!
• Fully remote position