Paralegal

Position Description:

Paralegal - Oil and Gas

The Rudnicki Firm – Oklahoma City, OK

Compensation: Compensation commensurate with experience. Standard benefits offered.

Job Type/Schedule: In-Office, Full-Time (overtime expected)

The Job: Our firm is seeking a paralegal with at least 3+ years of oil and gas experience in a law firm setting (or as a landman) to join our team. Experience with E-Discovery, matter management, document management, Federal Civil Courts, and both Oklahoma and Texas Civil Courts. We are specifically looking for a technologically-savvy candidate. This position is based in our Oklahoma City office. While this position is based in our Oklahoma City office, the position will include handling cases throughout the State of Oklahoma and Texas. As a result, some travel may be expected.

The Firm: The Rudnicki Firm is a fast-paced, growth-oriented law firm headquartered in Oklahoma City. Our attorneys have decades of combined litigation experience, representing both plaintiffs and defendants. The firm specializes in commercial litigation and personal injury defense. Our attorneys have worked in both “big firms” and regional firms throughout their careers. The Rudnicki Firm focuses on providing premier-level legal services to its clients while maintaining its integrity; the firm provides an environment in which it is possible for its employees to prioritize and maintain a healthy work-life balance. The position is for the Oklahoma office.

The Right Fit: This is a unique opportunity to work with experienced mentors in a collaborative, team environment that provides the opportunity to grow in a way that might not be available at other law firms. Our team values individuals who are reliable, organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented. This position specifically will require problem-solving, the ability to juggle many tasks at once, passionate, and a strong work ethic paired with the ability to work as a team player.

The right Paralegal must have:

• Expertise in Microsoft Excel
• Additional expertise in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Teams, and Adobe Acrobat required.
• Experience in E-Discovery, Federal Civil Courts, and Texas Civil Court procedure.
• Additionally, the right Paralegal will be expected to:
• Prepare and file legal documents in both state and federal courts, including e- filings.
• Prepare trial and hearing documents in both state and federal courts.
• Document control and data management in production and discovery.
• Assist attorneys in legal research and cite-checking, drafting/finalizing letters, pleadings, etc.
• Case Management, including managing the case calendar under attorney supervision and updating clients pursuant to client guidelines.
• Communicate with courts, couriers and litigation support vendors.
• Record billing and expense reporting for matters.

Communicate and work well with other members of The Rudnicki Firm team.