A highly respected mid-sized law firm in downtown Chicago is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join its collaborative Litigation Practice Group. This full-time opportunity offers a competitive salary of $110,000–$130,000 plus paid overtime, a highly flexible hybrid schedule, and NO billable hour requirement making it an excellent fit for a motivated legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience, strong experience supporting matters in both Federal and State Courts, and must possess extensive cite-checking and fact-checking experience. This position also offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance and 401(k).
Responsibilities of the Litigation Paralegal:
- Provide comprehensive litigation support by assisting attorneys with case management, organizing client documents, maintaining case files, and coordinating day-to-day litigation activities.
- Perform thorough cite-checking and fact-checking of briefs and legal filings to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with applicable court rules and Bluebook citation standards.
- Coordinate document review projects, assist with document production, and manage litigation databases using legal document management platforms.
- Prepare and support attorneys for depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trial by organizing exhibits, case materials, and other essential litigation documents.
- Handle electronic filing and docket management for matters in both Federal and State Courts while monitoring deadlines and maintaining accurate case calendars.
- Communicate professionally with attorneys, clients, court personnel, and internal staff while maintaining strict confidentiality across all firm and client matters.
- Work collaboratively with the litigation team to manage multiple priorities, meet critical deadlines, and provide high-quality support throughout every stage of the litigation process.
