Paralegal PositionClayton Services is searching for a Paralegal to join a growing financial services organization in Houston. The Paralegal will support legal and operational teams by preparing legal documentation, coordinating case activity, maintaining litigation calendars, and managing administrative processes associated with commercial recovery matters.Job Type: Direct Hire Pay Rate: $22.00 - $26.00/hour Benefits: Medical, vision, life insurance, 401(k), PTO, paid holidays, and advancement opportunities.Paralegal Responsibilities:Prepare and maintain legal and operational case filesDraft correspondence, notices, legal documents, and supporting case materialsCoordinate filing activities and manage litigation-related deadlinesMaintain calendars for legal events, hearings, and case milestonesReview, organize, and track case documentationManage electronic filing activities and document submissionsAssist with client reporting and status updatesSupport attorneys and legal operations personnel with administrative projectsCoordinate communications with third parties, vendors, and outside counselMaintain accurate records and database informationAssist with general office administration and document management functionsParalegal Skills and Abilities:Strong legal document preparation and proofreading skillsExcellent written and verbal communication abilitiesStrong organizational and file management skillsAbility to manage multiple deadlines and competing prioritiesDetail-oriented with exceptional accuracyAbility to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive informationStrong time management and follow-through skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office SuiteAbility to coordinate and manage legal calendars and case deadlinesStrong administrative and project coordination abilitiesAbility to work independently while supporting a collaborative team environmentExperience utilizing legal case management, document management, or CRM systems preferredParalegal Education and Experience:Associate's degree, Paralegal Certificate, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferredMinimum 3 years of legal support, legal assistant, paralegal, or related experience requiredParalegal certification strongly preferredExperience supporting litigation, collections, creditor rights, bankruptcy, commercial law, or related legal practice areas preferredElectronic filing (e-filing) experience strongly preferredExperience preparing legal correspondence, pleadings, motions, notices, and supporting documentation preferredExperience coordinating with attorneys, clients, courts, and third-party vendors preferredExperience utilizing legal case management software, document management systems, or Salesforce preferredStrong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications requiredParalegal - Immediate need. Apply today!