Paralegal

A prestigious trial focused litigation law firm in the heart of Chicago is looking for a hardworking and adaptable Paralegal to join its elite team. If you thrive in a fast\-paced, challenging environment and are eager to take ownership of your work, this is an exciting opportunity to grow within a highly respected legal practice. As a Paralegal, you will support commercial litigation attorneys and case teams across various stages of litigation, utilizing your strong organizational, research, and case\-management skills to keep matters moving efficiently. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary range of $80,000 \- $110,000 depending on experience and a benefits package that includes major Medical, Dental, Vision, L \& D Insurance, \& 401(k). **Key Responsibilities of the Paralegal:** * Support attorneys throughout the litigation process, assisting with case preparation, organization, and day\-to\-day legal matters * Conduct legal research and gather relevant case law, statutes, regulations, and other information to support attorneys and case strategy * Prepare, organize, and maintain pleadings, motions, briefs, correspondence, exhibits, and other legal documents * Maintain comprehensive and organized case files, ensuring documents, deadlines, and case information are accurately tracked * Assist with document review, discovery, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation as needed * Coordinate with attorneys, clients, witnesses, court personnel, and other parties while maintaining clear and professional communication * Adapt to changing case needs and take ownership of assigned projects, including working extended hours, weekends, or traveling for trials during periods of high\-volume trial preparation **Qualifications of the Paralegal:** * Minimum of 5 years of professional experience working within a law firm in any relevant capacity * Experience with a defense law firm or defense\-oriented legal practice strongly preferred * Strong organizational, communication, legal research, and case\-management skills with exceptional attention to detail * Self\-starter who is hardworking, motivated, and comfortable taking ownership and responsibility within a flat organizational structure * Ability to adapt to different workflows and case requirements while effectively managing multiple priorities in a fast\-paced environment * Willingness to work late hours and/or weekends when necessary and travel for 6 to 8 weeks at a time during high\-peak trial preparation P\-18