Litigation Paralegal

Position Title: Paralegal Reports to: Senior/Senior Associate Attorney Location: Chicago, IL - Hybrid work environment with required days in the office each week JOB SUMMARY The paralegal is part of a legal support team at our downtown Chicago headquarters, providing crucial support to about 23 of ELPC’s talented public interest attorneys. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Provide administrative, research, and technical assistance to the attorney team in a fast‑paced, mission driven environment. Specific duties include: Directing and overseeing activities of ELPC’s Legal Assistant Preparing and editing documents to be filed, including: Proofreading, cite checking, Bluebooking, formatting, producing tables of contents and authorities, assembling exhibit lists, etc. Becoming familiar and ensuring compliance with local practice, scheduling and filing rules for various venues (state, federal, and administrative courts) Ensuring accurate, compliant and timely filing and service of paper and electronic filings in a variety of courts. Supporting attorneys in discovery, gaining admission to courts, registration renewals, and creating and managing e‑filing accounts Factual, legal, and policy research Assisting support staff as needed, with general administrative work Education & Experience (years) 7 or more years experience required in the essential functions detailed above, preferably in a fast‑paced litigation environment Paralegal certification strongly preferred Notary or willing to become a notary Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Excellent computer skills with high proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Keen attention to detail coupled with strong organizational skills Ability to problem solve under pressure, handle multiple tasks and deadlines Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal In addition, the following are strongly preferred: Familiarity with online legal filing platforms, rules of service, and Bluebook citations A personal interest in environmental protection or other public interest work Special Requirements Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required during peak times and events. The incumbent may occasionally need to come in to the office a third and/or forth day in a given week when there is a special event. Compensation $72,000 - $78,000 annually (based on a 37.5 hour workweek, not including overtime) + attractive benefits including vacation, sick and personal days, free gym membership and 4-12% 403b employer contribution/match. #J-18808-Ljbffr