A national plaintiffs' firm that represents mesothelioma victims exclusively is hiring a Litigation Paralegal for its Chicago office to support attorneys and their teams. On-site, high-volume, fast-paced.
What you'll do
- Support attorneys in every phase of litigation, from intake through trial.
- Draft pleadings, correspondence, authorizations, interrogatories and transmittal letters; prepare discovery requests and responses.
- File summonses and complaints and work with vendors to effect service; coordinate and schedule depositions.
- Track client files, calendars and status; research court rules and procedures.
- Trial preparation — binders, exhibits, coordination with experts, opposing counsel and court staff.
What we're looking for
- 3–5 years as a litigation paralegal, ideally in product liability or plaintiff asbestos litigation.
- Highly organized; strong computer and procedural skills; clear written and verbal communication; works independently and with attorneys, investigators and legal assistants.
- Paralegal degree or certificate preferred, not required.
- Important: this firm cannot consider candidates with asbestos-defense experience.
The details
- On site in the Chicago office.
- Base $65,000–$80,000, commensurate with experience. Full benefits: PTO, paid holidays, medical/dental/vision/life, paid parking, 401(k), short- and long-term disability.
- Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
How this works: apply with a resume. If it fits, Jeff Roberts at L&W Recruiting will reach out with a few call windows. On that call you'll get the firm's name and the full picture. Straight answers both ways.