Litigation Paralegal

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Litigation Paralegal Regular Full-Time Chicago, IL, US 6 days ago Requisition ID: 1686 Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually Foley & Mansfield, a professional limited liability partnership, is a national law firm with more than 110 attorneys in offices from coast to coast. We provide legal expertise, creative solutions and extensive trial experience for large corporations, small businesses, and individuals. We have an opportunity for a Litigation Paralegal to join our Chicago office. The ideal candidate must be a self-starter who is highly organized and possesses the ability to effectively prioritize. Responsibilities include: Responsible for all aspects of cases assigned from initial intake to trial Responsible for retaining, providing information, scheduling calls and testimony, and maintaining relationships with experts Maintaining client extranet and various databases with pertinent information Receiving and processing documents and entering information into Case Management System as well as naming, saving and filing in the firm’s electronic repository Review and summarize discovery in each case, including but not limited to, medical, military, and employment records. Assist with preparing motions and exhibits Manage trial related documents and exhibits; specifically, preparing Trial Notebooks and document productionsas needed Attend trials and support trial team as needed Bill time for work completed daily Other duties as assigned Qualifications At least three years of litigation paralegal experience Asbestos, Toxic Tort, Products Liability, or Personal Injury experience preferred Ability to work in fast paced environment and handle large volume of work Ability to attend trials, both locally and nationally Experience with trial war room and trial support a plus Excellent communication skills a must Knowledge of medical terms or experience in the medical field a plus This is a hybrid position, with 1 in office day per week. Why should you work for Foley Mansfield? Competitive salary and benefits (including medical, dental, and vision) Free mental health and therapy benefit (Modern Health app) Employer-paid life and disability coverage 401k with employer contribution Foley & Mansfield believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees, staff, applicants and candidates is critical to our success as a national firm, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Foley & Mansfield is an equal opportunity employer and provides an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and candidates without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable state and federal laws. Foley & Mansfield PLLP participates in the federal government's E-Verify program. We provide the Social Security Administration and, if applicable, the US Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. #J-18808-Ljbffr