PARALEGAL

Paralegal
The Rudnicki Firm –McKinney, Texas

 

Payment Structure:

  • Hourly; compensation commensurate with experience.

  • Standard benefits offered including group health, dental, and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; and a retirement plan.

Job Type/Schedule:

  • Hybrid (In-Office at least 3 days a week); Full-Time

The Job: Our firm is seeking a paralegal with at least 3+ years of commercial litigation or personal injury defense experience in a law firm setting (or equivalent experience) to join our team.  Experience with both E-Discovery, Federal Civil Courts, and Texas Civil Courts.  We are specifically looking for a technologically-savvy candidate.  This position is based in our North Dallas office.  While this position is based in our North Dallas office, the position will include handling cases throughout the State of Texas. As a result, some travel may be expected.

The Firm: The Rudnicki Firm is a fast-paced, growth-oriented law firm headquartered in Oklahoma City. Our attorneys have decades of combined litigation experience, representing both plaintiffs and defendants. The firm specializes in commercial litigation and personal injury defense. Our attorneys have worked in both “big firms” and regional firms throughout their careers. The Rudnicki Firm focuses on providing premier-level legal services to its clients while maintaining its integrity; the firm provides an environment in which it is possible for its employees to prioritize and maintain a healthy work-life balance. The position is for the Texas office, where the paralegal will be working with our Senior Counsel based in Texas.

The Right Fit: This is a unique opportunity to work with experienced mentors in a collaborative, team environment that provides the opportunity to grow in a way that might not be available at other law firms. Our team values individuals who are reliable, organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented.  This position specifically will require problem-solving, the ability to juggle many tasks at once, passionate, and a strong work ethic paired with the ability to work as a team player.   

The right Paralegal must have:

  • Expertise in Microsoft Excel

  • Additional expertise in Microsoft Windows, Word, Outlook, & Adobe Acrobat required. 

  • Experience in E-Discovery, Federal Civil Courts and Texas Civil Court procedure. 

 Additionally, the right Paralegal will be expected to:

  • Prepare and file legal documents in both state and federal courts, including e- filings.

  • Prepare trial and hearing documents in both state and federal courts.

  • Document control and data management in production and discovery.

  • Assist attorneys in legal research and cite-checking, drafting/finalizing letters, pleadings, etc.

  • Case Management, including managing the case calendar under attorney supervision and updating clients pursuant to client guidelines.

  • Communicate with courts, couriers and litigation support vendors.

  • Record billing and expense reporting for matters.

  • Communicate and work well with other members of The Rudnicki Firm team.

 

To apply, contact Stefanie Cotton with resume and cover letter as PDF attachments to stefanie@rudnickifirm.com. Please use the subject line: “TX Paralegal Cover Letter and Resume – [Your Last Name]." Please include in the body of your email the date and content of the most recent update to the local rules for the Western District of Oklahoma. Applications received that do not follow these instructions will not be considered.