Paralegal, Products, Pharma, Medical Mass Tort

Norton Rose Fulbright - Houston, TX

Full-time - Senior

Houston, TX

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Norton Rose Fulbright, a global law firm, is seeking a highly experienced paralegal to join its Houston office, specifically within the Products, Pharma, Medical, and Mass Tort practice group. This position is ideal for candidates with a minimum of ten years of paralegal experience, particularly in litigation. The firm prides itself on its collegial and innovative culture, which is reflected in its collaborative approach to client service and internal operations. The paralegal will play a crucial role in supporting attorneys by managing document-intensive files, preparing trial materials, and ensuring that all legal documents are accurate and well-organized. The role requires a strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. The firm operates under a hybrid work policy, which means that while remote work is possible, the paralegal will need to be present in the office as required. The responsibilities of the paralegal include assisting with trial preparation by organizing and indexing exhibits, preparing trial binders, and managing extensive documentation. The paralegal will also be responsible for drafting correspondence, liaising with various stakeholders, issuing subpoenas, tracking medical records, and preparing medical summaries. Additionally, proofreading legal documents for accuracy, managing client documents using document review platforms, creating demonstratives for depositions, and e-filing motions are key components of the role. The paralegal will also engage in project management tasks, including docketing deadlines and creating task lists to ensure timely project completion. This position demands a proactive individual who can thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist with trial preparation, including organizing and indexing exhibits, preparing trial binders, and managing document-intensive files.
• Prepare first drafts of correspondence and serve as the liaison between the trial team and third parties such as witnesses, clients, vendors, and courtroom personnel.
• Issue subpoenas for medical or work records; track and manage records; prepare medical summaries.
• Proofread legal documents for contextual content, grammar, typographical and spelling errors; hyperlink citations and documents; extensive experience with e-filing court documents.
• Efficiently manage and catalog client documents both internally and when using a document review platform (e.g., Relativity or Axcelerate).
• Create demonstratives and prepare exhibits for depositions, hearings, etc. from electronic data.
• E-file motions and other pleadings, including after-hours filings.
• Project management, including docketing deadlines and creating task lists for project completion.
• Conduct online substantive research, filing, and other administrative duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• At least ten years of senior-level paralegal experience, particularly in litigation.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact well with people at all levels of the organization and some external parties.
• Flexibility to operate independently and in a team atmosphere with a high degree of accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Ability to work overtime when required.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude, strong judgment, initiative, integrity, and be a dependable, highly motivated team player.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented, with above-average spelling, language, and grammar skills and proficient in cite-checking legal documents.
• Familiarity with legal resources such as Lexis and Westlaw.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and PowerPoint.
• High regard for confidentiality and quality work product.