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Be ready to discuss litigation support experience, deadline management, handling sensitive public records, and how you work hybrid with attorneys. Recent county news includes DA-related investigations and County Judge Lina Hidalgo limiting appearances after a mono diagnosis—useful only as general local awareness, not job-specific fact.
Strong fit if you want government litigation support in Houston’s county system, can work hybrid from Crestwood/Houston, and thrive on organized case work for affirmative and special litigation rather than pure private-firm practice.
As a hybrid paralegal in Harris County’s Affirmative & Special Litigation Division, expect a mix of office and remote time supporting litigation teams: organizing case files, drafting and tracking pleadings and discovery, calendaring deadlines, coordinating with attorneys and agencies, and maintaining records for affirmative and special matters under county counsel direction.
Prioritize civil litigation procedure, legal research and writing, e-filing/docket discipline, document management, and public-sector confidentiality. No certification resources were supplied for this listing.
No. The listing is hybrid for Harris County work based in the Crestwood, Houston area.
You would support specialized county litigation work under attorneys—case prep, filings, and coordination rather than independent practice of law.
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Website: co.harris.tx.us
Harris County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2020 census, the population was 4,731,145, and was estimated to be 5,045,026 in 2025, making it the most populous county in Texas and the third-most populous county in the United States. Its county seat is Houston, the most populous city in Texas and the fourth-most populous city in the United States. The county was founded on December 22, 1836 and organized on March 10, 1837. It is named for John Richardson Harris, who founded the town of Harrisburg on Buffalo Bayou in 1826. It contains over 16% of the…
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Join the Harris County Attorney's Office as a Paralegal supporting our Affirmative & Special Litigation Division. This full-time position in Crestwood, Houston offers the opportunity to work on complex state and federal litigation matters that directly impact the nation's third-largest county, its elected leadership, and nearly 19,000 county employees. About the Role The Harris County Attorney's Office is recruiting an experienced paralegal to provide comprehensive litigation support to the Affirmative & Special Litigation Division. You will contribute to high-stakes cases spanning diverse legal matters while working alongside senior attorneys who handle some of the county's most significant legal challenges. This position combines independent case management with collaborative problem-solving on matters affecting county policy and operations. What You'll Do Manage case files, evidence databases, and court documents for state and federal litigation Conduct legal research and prepare written analyses to support attorney work product Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other litigation documents Organize, review, and index discovery materials to support case strategy Coordinate with opposing counsel, court personnel, and government clients to advance case progress Track court deadlines, filing requirements, and procedural compliance across multiple matters Support trial and hearing preparation by organizing exhibits, witness information, and case materials What We're Looking For Paralegal certification, degree, or documented professional litigation experience Proficiency with legal research tools and case management software Strong written and oral communication abilities Demonstrated ability to manage multiple cases and competing deadlines Precision with detail and commitment to accuracy in legal documentation Professional judgment and ability to work effectively with attorneys, staff, and stakeholders About Harris County The Harris County Attorney's Office is one of the nation's largest public sector law offices, serving as legal counsel to the third-largest county in the United States and its extensive workforce. Our Affirmative & Special Litigation Division handles significant cases in state and federal courts, protecting county interests and setting important legal precedent. How to Apply Apply through this listing with your resume and any relevant paralegal certifications or government litigation experience.
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