Litigation Paralegal

Position Overview

Vogelzang Law, P.C., a mid-sized Plaintiff’s law firm in downtown Chicago, is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal that will provide support to attorneys with the preparation of cases from inception to trial with multiple defendants. With over 20 years of experience in mesothelioma and asbestos litigation, we have the specialized knowledge and resources needed to litigate complicated cases and the compassion to advocate wholeheartedly for our clients.

This is a full-time, hybrid position with a competitive salary and benefits package. In this position, you will handle litigation and related legal matters including docketing, drafting, data entry and recordkeeping, court filings, legal research, e-discovery, processing of electronic data, preparation of pleadings, and other legal documents.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Draft complaints, motions, discovery requests, discovery responses, document productions, summonses, privilege logs, subpoenas, deposition notices, demand letters, FOIA requests, etc.
• Assist with all aspects of discovery
• Deposition prep including scheduling, preparation of exhibits, affidavits, etc.
• Daily correspondence with all involved parties including clients, vendors, and witnesses
• Coordinating with trial vendors and courts
• Management of electronic case files
• Request & review medical, billing, employment records
• E-File in State and Federal Court
• Assist litigation team with preparation of trial by organizing exhibits, documents, evidence & trial binders. Attend trial as needed.
• Perform administrative duties (calendar deadlines, draft letters, organize case files)
• Support department operations and initiatives
• Lead bi-weekly meetings with litigation attorneys to discuss cases and upcoming tasks and deadlines
• Attend weekly motion calls on the asbestos litigation docket
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or combination of relevant experience or ABA paralegal certification required
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a Litigation Paralegal
• Prior experience in personal injury is required
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Odyssey E-Filing and/or File & Serve Illinois required
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Comfortable using, and learning how to use, legal technology and databases
• Experience with Salesforce preferred, but not required
• Proven ability to work well with others and to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong knowledge of litigation processes, Illinois and other court rules and procedures
• Familiarity with various court websites, docket searching and document retrieval databases
• Excellent editing and proofreading skills
• Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines and effectively prioritize multiple tasks while managing individual workload
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor and presentation
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of the organization and collaborate well in a team
• High attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills, and the ability to manage time effectively

Benefits Package (Subject to Elections and Eligibility)

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, AD&D Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Leave, and Flexible Work Arrangements
• Complimentary Gym Membership
• Commuter Benefits
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training & Development Opportunities/Resources
• And more!