Paralegal

Swanson Martin & Bell, LLP has an opening for an experienced Paralegal to litigation attorneys at our Chicago office. The ideal candidate is energetic, detail-oriented, able to manage busy attorneys and work independently.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to,

• Draft routine legal documents for review and use by attorneys.
• Organizing and coordinating legal proceedings
• Interacting with clients, witnesses, and court personnel
• Coordinate requests between multiple parties involved in litigation by way of consistent communication with client, claims and full partnership with attorney through end of case.
• Investigation of parties and experts
• Preparing reports to help lawyers prepare for trials
• Compile and prepare draft discovery responses.
• Categorize and interpret data; review and analyze reports, responses and records produced by opposing counsel.
• Assisting in depositions, witness preparation, and research
• Handling exhibits during court proceedings

The position may include certain administrative tasks, including:

• Preparing e-filings for state and federal court, scheduling depositions where many parties are involved,
• Performing administrative duties such as calendar management and case file organization, maintaining attorneys' calendars, opening new files, time entry, preparing expense reports (ChromeRiver), and day-to-day responsibilities.

Required Experience & Skills:

• Minimum of 5 years of litigation defense experience; will consider motivated candidates with less experience if applicable
• Ability to work effectively both independently and with a team, to assist attorneys
• Excellent communication skills, including attention to detail in writing
• Proficient in Microsoft skills (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Document Management System (DMS) experience

Compensation: $38.46-$43.96 per hour ($70k-$80k), DOE