Appellate Paralegal

Robert Half • Fort Worth, TX • 12h ago

Description

Are you a highly skilled paralegal with a knack for appellate procedure and a passion for civil litigation? A well-respected law firm in Fort Worth is seeking a Federal and State Appellate Court Paralegal for a temp-to-hire or contract-to-permanent opportunity. This is a 100% on-site position.

This is your chance to work with a dynamic team of attorneys specializing in complex civil litigation, including commercial litigation, insurance defense, personal injury, wrongful death, and medical malpractice.

Position Overview

As a Federal and State Appellate Court Paralegal, you'll be a vital part of the team, providing crucial support on cases that have reached the appellate level. Your primary focus will be on appellate motion practice and ensuring all legal filings meet the strict requirements of state and federal courts.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive legal research to support appellate briefs and motions.

Assist attorneys in drafting, cite-checking, and editing complex legal documents.

Investigate case facts from trial records to identify issues for appeal.

Monitor and ensure strict compliance with all state and federal appellate court rules and deadlines.

Maintain and organize all client and case files, including trial records, transcripts, and exhibits.

Requirements

Qualifications

Previous experience as a paralegal, with a strong background in appellate practice or civil litigation.

Proficiency with legal research platforms like Westlaw or LexisNexis.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Superior attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

If you are a detail-oriented professional ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply. This is a fantastic opportunity to get your foot in the door with a top-tier firm and demonstrate your value.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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