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Paralegal Corporate Defense
Job Location:
Job Location:
Houston, TX - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 60000 - 85000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
29 September 2026 (4 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
27 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
At Mayer LLP we believe in doing law differently with collaboration innovation and determination at the core. Founded by a team of experienced entrepreneurial attorneys weve built a firm where client interests come first and teamwork drives results. With a Southwest regional footprint spanning Texas New Mexico and Arkansas and a breadth of practice areas including corporate & securities litigation real estate tax labor & employment healthcare and immigration we serve clients ranging from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies across industries. If you thrive in a dynamic growth-minded environment where your contribution directly matters and youll work alongside skilled professionals focused on achieving business-driven legal solutions Mayer is where you can make an impact.
Responsibilities
- Drafting legal documents including complaints pleadings motions and subpoenas. This requires a strong understanding of legal terminology and procedures as well as excellent writing skills.
- Preparing and filing court documents such as motions and pleadings and ensuring that they are filed on time and in accordance with court rules and procedures.
- Communicate effectively with clients witnesses and other parties involved in the case including opposing counsel.
- Managing case files and organizing documents and exhibits for trial. This includes keeping track of deadlines organizing discovery documents and ensuring that all exhibits are properly marked and prepared for presentation in court.
- Assist attorneys during depositions hearings and trials. This may include preparing witnesses for testimony organizing exhibits for presentation in court and assisting with cross-examination.
- Conducting legal research to gather relevant information related to the case. This includes researching relevant case law statutes and regulations and analyzing the legal implications of the information gathered.
- Summarizing depositions legal documents and trial testimony. This involves distilling complex legal information into concise and easily digestible summaries that can be used by attorneys in court.
Experience
- Minimum 3 years previous experience working as a Paralegal on insurance defense cases (transportation dram shop premises liability etc.) from beginning to end
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong understanding of legal terminology procedures and regulations
- Strong writing and research skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Proficiency in using legal research tools such as LexisNexis and Westlaw
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office and other relevant software
- Have a masterful understanding of the litigation flow as well as demonstrate the appropriate urgency and initiative in performing tasks that advance the cases toward resolution
Technology
Mayer LLP has implemented the following technology platforms:
- Westlaw
- Harvey AI
- Coyote
- PointOne
- iManage
Benefits
- Full suite of health/dental/vision benefits that go into effect the 1st of the month after an employee starts with the firm
- 10 company holidays 4 early release days
- 16 PTO days
- Hybrid schedule (3 days/week in office 2 days/week at home)
- 401k firm match based on previous year revenue. Historically we have matched 25% up to 6% of the employee contribution
- Discretionary year end bonus
- Employee referral bonus ($2000 - $4000)
$60000 - $85000 a year
Compensation is commensurate with years of experience
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We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
