Litigation Paralegal - Hybrid - Chicago

Position summary: The litigation paralegal will work on a wide variety of complex matters, working side by side with the firm's litigators during all stages of litigation, from the inception of a matter through discovery, trial, post-trial findings, and appeals.
 

Position Responsibilities: 

• Compile and organize documents to assist in discovery, motions practice, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Coordinate, organize, and manage large scale document collections.
• Monitor court docket for assigned cases and manage internal case file.
• Bluebook, cite check, and proofread various court filings and legal memoranda.
• Perform factual research and prepare written summaries of compiled information.
• Coordinate with vendors and litigation support regarding all aspects of eDiscovery.
• Prepare deposition notices and subpoenas; organize, maintain, and prepare witness interview or deposition materials, exhibits, and summaries.
• Assist with drafting pleadings and motions, including gathering
  and organizing exhibits and e-filing all court documents and coordinating service of process.
• Assist in all aspects of trial preparation and attendance at trial.
• Other duties as assigned by practice group and Paralegal Management.

Required:

• A bachelor's degree.
• 2–3 years of complex litigation paralegal experience.
• Willingness and flexibility to work overtime, occasionally on short notice.

Preferred:

• Experience with litigation support software and review platforms, including Relativity and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Familiarity with electronic filing in federal and state courts.
• Strong cite-checking, proofreading, and blue booking skills.

Competencies:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and track extensive details.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with clients and all levels of personnel, and handle confidential information sensitively and discreetly.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, while demonstrating initiative, diplomacy and tact when under pressure.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, advanced knowledge of Excel preferred.

To Apply: Please email your resume to: cfleck@chelsearecruiters.com