Paralegal (5+ years)
Brown Sims PC, an established and respected law firm is seeking a Paralegal for its busy insurance defense litigation team. We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal to join our team.
Five plus years’ experience working as a paralegal is preferred.
Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe. Must be highly organized, have excellent research and writing skills, with emphasis on attention to detail, as well as the ability to exercise sound judgment and think creatively. Must have the ability to draft case analyses, summarize medical records and be familiar with medical terminology, prepare basic Excel spreadsheets, and manage deadlines. Ability to communicate, multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment is required.
Work Location: Houston, Texas 77056 (Galleria Area)
Job Type:
· Full-Time
· In-Office position
· Days: Monday - Friday
· Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm; 9:00am to 6:00pm (flexible)
Benefits for Full-Time Employees:
· Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
· Long Term Disability Insurance
· Life Insurance
· 401(k) with Employer Match
· Paid Vacation
· Paid Medical Leave (sick days)
· Paid Holidays
· Bonus
· Parking
Practice Area(s):
· State and Federal Litigation
· Insurance Defense
Salary range will be provided during initial interview.
Qualifications• Preferably at least 5+ years of experience working with lawyers with case-related tasks or client-related tasks.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook email/calendar, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Billable time experience necessary.
• Large case docket experience.
• Multi-level case medical record review and summarization.
• Review and summarize court documents and discovery responses.
• In-depth experience with individual and company-based background research.
• Preparing and assisting attorneys with deposition and trial preparation.
• Knowledge of state and federal rules regarding subpoenas and authorizations.
• Experience with communication with records management/vendor relations.
• Experience working with a document management system.
• Knowledge of technical and communications skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple competing tasks and demands.
• Superb attention to detail, grammar, and punctuation, and the ability to articulate thoughts efficiently.
• Self-Starter with little supervision
• Teamwork
• Ability to work under pressure
Skills Required
- At least 5 years of experience working as a paralegal with case-related or client-related tasks
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook email and calendar, and Adobe Acrobat
- Billable time experience
- Experience managing a large case docket
- Experience reviewing and summarizing medical records using medical terminology
- Experience reviewing and summarizing court documents and discovery responses
- In-depth individual and company background research experience
- Experience preparing for depositions and trials and assisting attorneys
- Knowledge of state and federal rules regarding subpoenas and authorizations
- Experience communicating with records management and vendor relations
- Experience using a document management system
- Strong written and verbal communication, grammar, punctuation, and technical communication skills
- Ability to coordinate multiple competing tasks and demands in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently with little supervision
- Ability to work under pressure and contribute to a team
What We Do
Brown Sims, P.C. is a national litigation law firm specializing in insurance-defense litigation. The firm represents insurers, businesses, and professionals across the United States, offering litigation services including Defense Base Act cases. With multiple offices in Texas, Florida, and Louisiana and remote-work flexibility, Brown Sims emphasizes client-focused, experience-driven legal representation and tailored case strategies for complex matters.
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