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Litigation Paralegal
A well-established law firm is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join their Chicago office. This is a full-time opportunity supporting attorneys in all phases of complex litigation while working closely with partners and associates on high-profile matters.
This position is onsite 3 days per week; however, candidates should expect to be onsite 5 days per week during their first month of employment and during particularly busy trial periods. The salary range for this position is $85k-$110k, commensurate with experience. The firm offers healthcare, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) and profit-sharing plan, a monthly transportation allowance, overtime eligibility, and additional benefits.
The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of litigation paralegal experience, preferably in a large law firm environment, along with substantial trial experience and the ability to independently manage complex litigation matters in a fast-paced setting.
Skills required and Job Duties include the following:
Job Duties:
- Organize documents and coordinate document productions in litigation matters
- Prepare, review, and file court documents in federal and state courts
- Conduct document searches, legal research, and fact investigations
- Obtain records, documents, and certificates from courts and government agencies
- Prepare witness materials, deposition exhibits, and case-related documentation
- Coordinate depositions and assist with deposition preparation
- Manage trial preparation, trial logistics, and courtroom support
- Attend trials and assist attorneys with exhibits, notes, and case materials
- Serve as a liaison between attorneys, internal departments, and outside vendors
- Coordinate with document production vendors, translation services, and trial graphics providers
- Assist with cite-checking and ensuring accuracy of legal filings and submissions
- Support the preparation of client-facing and marketing materials as needed
Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of litigation paralegal experience
- Prior large law firm experience preferred
- Significant trial experience required
- Strong cite-checking experience required
- Proficiency with Relativity, PACER, TextMap, Microsoft Office, and federal and state e-filing systems
- Familiarity with Bluebook citation standards
- Exceptional organizational, administrative, and communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities
- Ability to work overtime as needed and travel for trial support
- Team-oriented mindset with a strong work ethic and professional maturity
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
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