Job Description
About the Role
Litigation Paralegal
Paralegals · Austin, Texas (Remote)
Zinda Law Group is a rapidly growing, elite personal injury law firm. We handle complex cases and maintain a small docket, enabling us to best serve our clients. At Zinda Law Group, we do things differently. We are innovative, use cutting edge technology, and have a start-up mentality. Our firm is a member of the Inc. 5000 and was named one of the top Firms in the Austin area for 2020 by Austin Monthly Magazine.
By joining our firm, you will have the following opportunities at your disposal:
Valuable, Rewarding Work: Every day, you will be helping people. Our clients come to us after they have been through one of the worst days of their lives, and the work you do here will help them get the justice they deserve and get their lives back on track.
Continuous Learning: You will be mentored by and train with top professionals in your field from day one. Our own in-house certifications and trainings will help you succeed no matter your level of experience.
Remarkable Colleagues: When you join our team, you join a group of diverse individuals who are dedicated and passionate about the work they do every single day.
Our core principles are:
Excellence Always;
Only the Best;
Failure is Not an Option;
We All Take Out the Trash;
Run the Firm Like a Business.
Responsibilities:
Schedule and calendar filing deadlines, depositions, mediations, and hearings
Prepare discovery responses
Summarize medical records and depositions transcripts
Draft correspondence
Prepare exhibit binders and trial notebooks
E-Filing
Update case management system
Submit payment requests for case invoices
Communicate with courts, clients, opposing counsel, and expert witnesses
Work with pre-litigation paralegals to ensure timely client follow-up
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate required
1+ years of litigation experience
Bilingual is a plus but not required
Capable of working in a fast paced environment
Excellent written and verbal skills
Ability to think logically
Attention to detail
Reliable internet connection
Trustworthy, exercising confidentiality in all situations
Dedication and willingness to assist with a variety of tasks
Compensation & Benefits:
$28 – $36/hour, depending on experience
Paid time off (20 days) and 10 paid holidays
IRA Plan with company contribution match (up to 3%)
Medical, vision, and dental insurance
Paid Parental leave
Opportunities to work remotely
Opportunities for ongoing training and mentoring by our outstanding team
Opportunities to advance