Litigation Paralegal

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. to be considered for this position.

Growing Chicago firm in the West Loop area seeking a Personal Injury Paralegal in the litigation department. Position provides heavy client contact and the ability to hone litigation skills. Our firm offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a benefits package (medical, vision, dental, 401(k), profit sharing). Significant growth opportunities within the firm. Spanish-speaking is preferred but not required. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply!

Responsibilities

Pleadings

• Draft pleadings, summonses, complaints, notices of filings, notices of motion, and supporting affidavits.
• Prepare draft court orders.
• E-file pleadings with the court.
• Calendar hearing dates and filing deadlines.
• Organize case files.

Discovery

• Draft interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admissions, and other discovery.
• Client contact to develop responses and other requests.
• Calendar discovery deadlines.
• Organize, review, and analyze documents for production.
• Prepare deposition summaries.

Pre-Trial

• Prepare and issue subpoenas.
• Manage scheduling and communication for depositions.

Trial

• Organize exhibits, documents, and evidence.
• Prepare and issue subpoenas.
• Act as liaison between clients, witnesses, experts, and the trial team.
• Be the legal writer of the department.

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. to be considered for this position.
• Critical thinking, organizational, and communication skills are essential.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Adobe, and Outlook is a must.
• Bachelor's degree holders will be given preference, although paralegal certification is desirable.
• Prior paralegal experience of two years is preferred.

About the company

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary based on experience
• Growth opportunities within the legal consultation team
• Central downtown Chicago Loop office location
• Performance-driven environment where results matter