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Litigation Paralegal

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Robert Half

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Location:
United States, Chicago

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Category:
Legal

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Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Salary:

Not provided

Job Description:

A prestigious boutique law firm in the heart of the Chicago Loop that specializes in complex litigation is seeking a talented Litigation Paralegal to join their team. The role involves providing top-notch support to attorneys, strengthening case teams, and performing all aspects of litigation preparation and trial support. The firm values high-quality work, empowerment, and collaboration.

Job Responsibility:

  • Provide top-notch support to attorneys handling complex litigation matters from inception through trial
  • Strengthen case teams by working collaboratively with attorneys and paralegals, mentoring and training staff to elevate overall performance
  • Act as a self-starter, owning projects and responsibilities with the ability to lead and manage multiple team members on a case
  • Directly engage with clients, fostering relationships to meet high standards of service and quality
  • Perform all aspects of litigation preparation and trial support, including finalizing briefs, creating deliverables, preparing trial binders, pleadings, and evidence exhibits
  • Adapt efficiently to varied workflows depending upon unique case needs
  • Work closely with attorneys during high-demand periods, which may require late hours, weekend availability, or travel for extended trial preparations

Requirements:

  • 5–10 years of litigation paralegal work
  • Preference for candidates with law firm experience other than personal injury or plaintiff firms
  • Highly motivated, team-oriented, and genuinely committed to collaborative success
  • Capable of taking ownership of responsibilities, demonstrating leadership over assigned projects, and managing staff effectively
  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including styles, formatting, and advanced features for creating legal documents
  • Confidence in adopting and training on legal technology platforms is a plus
  • Cite checking, bluebooking, and ensuring accuracy of legal references
  • Building indexes, TOC/TOA, and proofreading documents to the highest standards
  • Familiarity with eDiscovery platforms is a plus

Nice to have:

  • Familiarity with eDiscovery platforms
  • Confidence in adopting and training on legal technology platforms
What we offer:
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
  • Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging cases
  • Convenient location in the Chicago Loop
  • Empowered ownership
  • Collaborative workplace
  • Career growth opportunities
  • Commitment to excellence

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 21, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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