Posted 22 days ago
Paralegal - Criminal
HoustonHybridFull-time
AI Summary
Criminal Paralegal supporting defense attorneys from intake through case resolution, managing files, discovery, court deadlines, and client communication.
About this role
Behind every criminal defense case, there's someone keeping it all together — the discovery, the deadlines, the client who's scared and needs a steady voice between hearings. That's this job.
We're looking for a Criminal Paralegal to support our Criminal Defense attorneys from intake through resolution. You'll own the moving parts of each case — files, discovery, court calendars, client communication — so our attorneys can stay focused on strategy and the courtroom. For many of our clients, you'll be the most familiar face at the firm between court dates, which means this role runs on judgment, discretion, and a calm, professional presence just as much as it runs on organization.
Key Responsibilities
Keep every case file organized and current, from intake through disposition
Track court dates, filing deadlines, and speedy-trial windows so nothing slips
Request, review, and organize discovery — police reports, body-cam footage, lab results — and flag what matters to the attorney
Prepare and e-file pleadings and motions ahead of deadlines
Build trial notebooks and support attorneys in court
Be the client's point of contact between hearings — relaying updates, answering questions, and keeping them informed
Coordinate with bond companies, jails, and pretrial services on custody and release status
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Associate's/Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program
- 2+ years of criminal defense or prosecution paralegal experience
- Comfort with e-filing systems and local court procedures
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a full, deadline-driven caseload
- A calm, professional communication style — including with clients who are under real stress
- Sound judgment handling sensitive, confidential information
Benefits
We value our paralegal team as the backbone of our firm and compensate accordingly. We offer a "Big Law" structure with a "Boutique" focus on people.
- Competitive Earnings: A base salary commensurate with experience plus earn up to $35K more with our attractive billable hour bonus plan, paid out every paycheck!
- Essentials: 401(k) with up to 5% company match, medical/dental/vision, and full benefits.
- Real Balance: PTO, company holidays, and an earned hybrid option designed to protect your work-life balance and mental health.
- Investment in your success: A full week of training will start you off with success as well as the offer to support CLEs as needed.
- Real Support: You focus on the strategy; our marketing and administrative engine handles the rest.
Why the Law Office of Bryan Fagan?
We’ve spent over a decade building a reputation for excellence in Texas. Here, your skills are respected, your support is guaranteed, and your mission is clear: providing elite legal representation without the burnout of business development.
Equal Opportunity Statement: We recognize that diverse experiences, perspectives and backgrounds enable us to be an even stronger company and workplace. Not only will you be welcome here, your unique thoughts and opinions will be encouraged, celebrated and deeply valued.
Skills
Bond Company CoordinationClient IntakeConfidential Case File ManagementCourt CalendaringDiscovery ManagementE-filing SystemsJail/pretrial Services CoordinationPleading PreparationSpeedy-trial Deadline TrackingTrial Notebook Assembly
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