Paralegal - Litigation

Cogent Talent Solutions

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Denton, TX on site Until 10/5/2026 3+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted August 6, 2026 Last posted August 6, 2026
Job description

The Paralegal – Litigation is responsible for the structured execution of litigation support functions to ensure case progression, compliance with deadlines, and billing support within established legal and operational frameworks. 

This role directly impacts attorney productivity, case throughput, and revenue realization through disciplined execution of support tasks, document control, and workflow coordination. 

Core Accountabilities

    1. Litigation Support Execution 

    Accountable for accurate and timely execution of assigned litigation support tasks. 

    This includes: 

    • Drafting standard pleadings, discovery shells, and correspondence  

    • Preparing filing packages for court submission  

    • Organizing exhibits and supporting documentation  

    • Assisting in preparation of motions and case materials  

    • Formatting and proofreading legal documents  

     

     

    2. Deadline & Calendar Control 

    Accountable for maintaining accurate tracking and execution of litigation deadlines. 

    This includes: 

    • Maintaining case calendars and deadline tracking  

    • Monitoring court dates, filings, and response deadlines  

    • Confirming completion of scheduled tasks  

    • Escalating risks prior to deadline failure  

     

     

    3. File & Document Control 

    Accountable for maintaining organized, complete, and audit-ready case files. 

    This includes: 

    • Managing digital and physical case files  

    • Ensuring all documents are properly labeled and stored  

    • Maintaining version control  

    • Updating case records in PracticePanther  

     

     

    4. Discovery & Evidence Coordination 

    Accountable for supporting structured discovery and document management. 

    This includes: 

    • Drafting and organizing discovery requests and responses  

    • Managing document production and indexing  

    • Reviewing materials for completeness  

    • Coordinating evidence collection  

     

     

    5. Billing & Time Capture Support 

    Accountable for supporting accurate billing through proper task execution and documentation. 

    This includes: 

    • Recording task activity within case systems  

    • Supporting attorneys with documentation needed for billing  

    • Ensuring all completed work is reflected in case records  

    • Identifying unbilled work activity  

     
     

Qualifications

  • 3+ years litigation paralegal experience
  • Strong understanding of civil litigation process
    Experience with:
  • Discovery management
  • Court filings and deadlines
  • Trial preparation

Compensation (from employer):
75000–95000 USD per year

About this role

Summary

Support litigation tasks, manage documents, deadlines, discovery, and billing for attorneys.

Job title

Paralegal - Litigation

Experience level

3+ years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

legal

Location requirements

Denton, TX; no remote work specified

Salary

$75k–$95k

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

litigation supportdiscovery managementcourt filingsdeadline trackingdocument control

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

litigation supportdiscovery managementcourt filingsdeadline tracking
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Denton, TX, USA

On-site City