Personal Injury Paralegal (Defense)

LHH US

Chicago, IL

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$80,000–$140,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Disability Insurance, Document Management, File Maintenance, Life Insurance, Litigation, Logistics, Medical Records, Microsoft Office, Organizational Skills, Paralegal, Personal Injury, Record Keeping, Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, Time Management, Vision Plan

LOCATION

Chicago, IL

POSTED

2 days ago

Personal Injury Paralegal (Defense)

Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid schedule available)
Compensation: $80,000 - $140,000

LHH is partnering with a Chicago & St. Louis based litigation firm seeking a Personal Injury Defense Paralegal who thrives in fast-paced litigation and enjoys being deeply involved in case strategy and trial preparation. This role offers hands-on trial exposure, meaningful billable work, and the opportunity to play a key role on high-stakes PI defense matters alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative, team-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Support attorneys on personal injury defense matters from case inception through trial
Assist with trial preparation and in-court support, including exhibits, trial binders, witness files, and courtroom logistics
Draft, review, and file pleadings, motions, discovery responses, subpoenas, and correspondence
Manage state and federal e-filings and court deadlines
Coordinate all phases of discovery, including document collection, review, and production
Summarize medical records and prepare medical and litigation chronologies
Assist with deposition preparation and exhibit organization
Maintain organized case files, discovery databases, and litigation calendars
Communicate with courts, opposing counsel, clients, experts, and vendors as needed

Billable Expectations

This position includes both billable and non-billable work
Paralegals are expected to accurately record time for billable litigation tasks
Reasonable billable expectations with an emphasis on quality, consistency, and teamwork

Qualifications

7+ years of personal injury litigation experience; defense-side experience preferred
Prior trial preparation or trial support experience strongly preferred
Solid understanding of state and federal court procedures
Proficiency with e-filing systems, document management platforms, and Microsoft Office
Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple matters and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Professional, proactive, and team-oriented approach

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer contribution
Paid time off and paid holidays
Hybrid work schedule with flexibility
Employer-paid life and disability insurance
Professional development and ongoing training opportunities
Collaborative, team-oriented work environment

Pay Details: $80,000.00 to $140,000.00 per year

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Personal Injury Paralegal (Defense)

LHH US

Chicago, IL

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