Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Amundsen Davis, a full-service business law firm, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our Cleveland office. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to all aspects of the litigation process, support a diverse caseload, and work closely with attorneys to provide exceptional legal support on a Transportation team. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, professional environment and bring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, subpoenas, and correspondence with accuracy and timeliness
• File legal documents in state and federal courts, including electronic filings, ensuring compliance with court rules and procedures
• Support attorneys in managing litigation cases from inception to resolution, including expert retention and case calendar management
• Coordinate the discovery process by drafting/responding to requests, organizing documents, and preparing document productions
• Conduct legal research on case law, statutes, and regulations, supporting litigation matters
• Assist with trial, hearing, and arbitration preparation, including organizing exhibits, preparing trial binders, and coordinating with witnesses and experts
• Maintain and organize both electronic and physical case files for accuracy, completeness, and accessibility

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal in a law firm or corporate legal department, preferred
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents, legal research, and applying litigation procedures
• Strong organizational skills with proven ability to manage multiple priorities under deadlines
• High attention to detail, professionalism, and discretion in handling confidential matters
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and legal case/document management software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teams
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment, demonstrating initiative and reliability

Work Environment

• Professional, collaborative, and fast-paced office environment
• Attorneys and paralegals work side-by-side on complex and meaningful litigation matters
• This position requires regular and predictable in-office attendance; remote or hybrid work is not available

This position is not open to recruiters.

Amundsen Davis is a full-service business law firm comprised of 260 attorneys headquartered in Chicago. As one of the fastest growing law firms in the Midwest, we understand the entrepreneurial thinking that drives business decisions for our clients. We use this insight to respond to the needs of clients creatively, expediently and pragmatically. The firm handles the transactional, labor and employment, and litigation needs of companies across the U.S. Our experience in both litigated and transactional matters makes us a unique partner for your business. The law firm has offices in the following locations: Chicago, Crystal Lake, St. Charles, and Rockford, IL; Cleveland and Columbus, OH; Milwaukee, Appleton, Brookfield, Green Bay, and Madison, WI; St. Louis, MO; and Indianapolis, IN.

Amundsen Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support and encourage workforce diversity. We do not discriminate because of an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, citizenship, creed, marital status, veteran status, age, family care giving responsibilities, genetic profile or predisposition, pregnancy or disability with respect to hiring, promotion, firing, compensation, or other terms, conditions, or privileges of employment.