Paralegal

Position Title: Paralegal

Two attorneys, a heavy plaintiff personal injury docket, and a firm that expects its paralegals to take ownership of the case file. This litigation team handles every matter from petition through discovery and motion practice, and it relies on a paralegal who stays ahead of deadlines and keeps cases moving. The partners work alongside their staff rather than above them, they do not hover, and they are willing to mentor. Each office has its own support staff, and a dedicated litigation assistant manages most calendaring outside of discovery.

The firm offers an easy-going, team-oriented environment where no one treats a task as someone else's job. Performance is reviewed every year, raises follow, and the position can grow into a senior or lead paralegal title. The role is onsite in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

Paralegal Responsibilities

• Support two attorneys on a fully litigated plaintiff personal injury caseload
• Draft petitions, complaints, and motions and manage motion practice
• Handle e-filing of court documents
• Manage heavy discovery, including discovery calendaring
• Track case tasks and deadlines proactively across multiple active matters
• Coordinate with the litigation assistant, who manages other calendaring needs, and with support staff in each office
• Take ownership of case progress and keep the attorneys informed of upcoming deadlines

Paralegal Requirements

• At least 3 years of personal injury litigation experience
• Business litigation, insurance defense, or employment litigation experience may be considered, and family law experience is a secondary option
• Paralegal certificate or bachelor's degree is preferred
• Strong multitasking and deadline management skills with a proactive approach
• Collaborative, personable, and willing to help wherever the team needs it
• Ability to work onsite at the Las Cruces, New Mexico office
• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with a choice of three plans and employer-paid coverage that increases over time
• Paid vacation, paid sick leave, and paid company holidays, including a firm closure between Christmas and New Year's
• Annual performance reviews with raises
• Opportunity to advance to a senior or lead paralegal title

If you bring personal injury litigation experience and want to work alongside attorneys who value ownership and teamwork, apply today and put your discovery and motion practice skills to work.