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Paralegal - Senior Paralegal

Posted Aug 25
Full Time
On Site
Houston, Texas

Job Duties and Qualifications

A paralegal for Halliburton's Litigation Practice Group works closely with our in-house attorneys to manage lawsuits and disputes, with a focus on discovery and case management.  A Paralegal will handle a matter from beginning to disposition, communicating with outside counsel, along with employees and others related to such disputes.  Must be organized, self-motivated, proactive and be able to work well under pressure. A qualified candidate would have experience working within a law firm environment and/or energy sector with a working knowledge of commercial and personal injury litigation. This role will report on a Hybrid work schedule.

 

Job Duties

  • Assists in-house attorneys in handling various legal matters, including but not limited to commercial, personal injury, intellectual property, and other varied types of litigation.
  • Helps investigate claims and disputes, locates documents, records, witnesses, etc., and maintains case files, records, and information systems. 
  • Supports in-house and outside attorneys in the coordination of depositions, hearings, mediations, trials, and other proceedings. 
  • May have supervisory responsibilities for matters, and generally has minimal administrative or clerical responsibilities.

 

Requirements

  • Typically requires undergraduate degree, and/or paralegal certificate, and/or equivalent experience.

Candidates having qualifications that exceed the minimum job requirements will receive consideration for higher-level roles give (1) their experience, (2) additional job requirements, and/or (3) business needs. Depending on education, experience, and skill level, a variety of job opportunities might be available from Paralegal to Senior Paralegal. 

Halliburton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.