Mid-size Chicago-based Insurance Defense firm seeking an ambitious ABA certified paralegal. This is a highly responsible and rewarding full-time position that offers a competitive salary and outstanding benefits. Along with your resume and cover letter, please send your salary requirements.
The ideal candidate must be detail oriented, have superior communication, organizational, computer and client service skills, and be able to multi-task. The candidate must also possess excellent problem-solving skills, the ability to work well under pressure, and the desire to take initiative is a must.
Job Description:
This position is responsible for a wide variety of duties and projects related to litigation case load. This position is expected to participate in all aspects of case management, including assisting attorneys in the management of case files and support to client, tracking court dates and deadlines, client reporting, and maintaining of electronic databases.
Primary Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Provide comprehensive administrative support to multiple attorneys and partners
2. Assist with preparation of discovery, pleadings, and motions
3. Draft and update client reports
4. Organize, review, summarize, and draft documents
5. Perform basic research of court rules and litigation trends
6. Oversee requests for medical records, contact physicians and other facilities
7. Analyze medical records and prepare summaries
8. Electronic filing in federal and state courts
9. Correspond with clients, opposing counsel, and court clerks
10. Assist with all aspects of trial preparation.
The above list of duties and responsibilities is in no way a comprehensive list. From time to time, the employee may be required to perform other duties in support of the operation of the firm, as requested by his/her supervisor or manager.
Competencies:
- Communication
- Time management
- Detail oriented
- Problem Solver
- Organization
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or agreed upon schedule. Overtime work may occasionally be required. The monthly billing requirement for this position is 120 hours per month.
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Paralegal Certificate (ABA accredited) preferred
- 5+ years of litigation experience, previous experience in asbestos litigation preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), advanced knowledge of Excel
- Experience using court docket search databases (PACER, LexisNexis, Pohlman, Westlaw, etc.)
- Experience using e-discovery/trial software (NextPoint, Relativity, etc.)
- Ability to manage time efficiently and to manage multiple projects at once
- Ability to prioritize tasks and complete all tasks on time
- Ability to adapt to new situations and quickly acquire new skills
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Previous experience in civil litigation
Our firm is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Military status, or Veteran status.
Pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Subject to certain eligibility requirements, bonus and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, dental and vision insurance benefits, retirement plan and paid time off.