Litigation Paralegal at Jackson Walker LLP in Fort Worth

Job description

• Jackson Walker, the largest law firm in Texas, has an exciting full-time employment opportunity for an Eminent Domain Paralegal in our Fort Worth office. The Litigation Paralegal is responsible for providing legal and administrative support to attorneys in all phases of eminent domain and right-of-way matters. This role supports case development, property acquisition processes, and litigation by managing documents, coordinating with stakeholders, and maintaining detailed tracking of parcels and case activity. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple matters while working independently and collaborating with attorneys, clients, and third parties.

Responsibilities

• Case & Matter Support
• Assist attorneys in pre-litigation, litigation, and settlement.
• Draft routine legal documents, including pleadings, notices, correspondence, and discovery materials.
• Maintain case files and ensure accurate organization of all matter-related documents.
• Track deadlines, court dates, and key milestones for multiple matters
• Litigation & Hearing Support
• Assist with preparation of discovery requests and responses, including document collection and organization.
• Prepare hearing and trial materials, including exhibits, witness files, and notebooks.
• Coordinate logistics for hearings, depositions, and meetings.
• Support attorneys during hearings and trial preparation as needed.
• Administrative & General Support
• Track and record time for all Firm-related tasks.
• Manage document storage within Firm systems (e.g., iManage).
• Assist with additional projects and duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required, bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Paralegal certification preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 1-2 years minimum of relevant paralegal experience required in litigation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with document management systems (iManage preferred).
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with moderate supervision while collaborating in a team environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.

Skills

Required

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy