Company Description
McGarvey PLLC is a law firm with a commitment to client service and developing legal professionals. Are values are:
- Highest integrity in all dealings
- Innovation
- Relationships
- Education
- Service
We like to spend time with our families and value time away from the office. We understand that while work is important, family is more important. We want to do good work and make a difference for our clients – but we also want to have dinner with our families.
Role Description
The Paralegal is a primary point of contact for our clients, courts, other attorneys, and potential referral sources. This employee must be professional and courteous. This employee must handle confidential and sensitive information, have attention to detail, and strive to provide excellent client service. Additionally, previous litigation experience is required. This is a full-time position located at 3220 Broadway, Houston, Texas, with flexibility for some remote work.
Core Responsibilities Include:
- Prepare initial drafts of pleadings, motions, and other court documents for attorney review
- Draft discovery requests, objections, and responses
- Proofread, revise, and efile documents
- Schedule mediations, depositions, and hearings
- Compile, organize, and maintain client documents and case files
- Communicate with clients regarding status, questions, and other concerns
- Accurately record your time/billable work for inclusion on client invoices
- Provide assistance to other staff members as needed
- Review calendar entries and confirm accuracy of deadlines
Required Knowledge and Skills:
- Excellent communicator
- Passion for helping others
- 3-5 years previous experience as litigation paralegal is required, prior experience in probate or real estate preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant software applications
- Experience with Clio Manage and Clio Grow is preferred, but not required
- Knowledge of Texas Rules of Civil Procedure and relevant deadlines
- Proficient with searching public databases such as real property records, county clerk office, district clerk, and Texas Secretary of State
- Maintain pleasant and calm demeanor
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to prioritize competing obligations and tasks
- Willingness to seek clarification when needed
- Detail oriented, able to follow instructions, and work with limited supervision (after training period)
Benefits:
- Compensation is $45,000-$60,000 per year, depending upon experience
- 401(k) based upon eligibility, with a 3% employer contribution
- Paid holidays – we strive to close the firm between Christmas and News Years
- Medical and Dental Insurance for the employee
- Lower billable requirement
- Option for partial remote, following training period
