Providing Peace Of Mind

Litigation Paralegal – North Barrington, Illinois

Position Summary:

Responsible for administrative support for attorneys in the litigation department including, drafting legal documents, handling client inquiries, preparing all documentation in a precise manner and performing technical duties as needed on a daily basis.

Responsibilities:

  • Draft responses to discovery or client requests and review responses from opposing counsel;
  • Prepare client correspondence and legal papers such as probate documents, complaints, motions, responses, and subpoenas under the supervision of an attorney;
  • Determine matters of top priority and handle accordingly;
  • Schedule meetings and arrange conference rooms;
  • Manage schedules and docketing court dates, hearings and deadlines, as needed;
  • Order, assemble and prepare packages for certain client matters, track related expenses;
  • Answer/screen/initiate phone calls and emails for attorney;
  • Coordinate with clients, external counsel and other vendors to obtain and exchange information and documentation related to legal matters;
  • Keeping the client updated on upcoming depositions, hearings, or meetings;
  • Assist with legal research, as needed;
  • Execute attorney corrections to finalize documents;
  • Gather information, documents, categorize and organize all hard copy and electronic trial documents, file opening packets and client files;
  • Provide excellent customer service by promptly returning client phone calls daily and resolving client needs in a sensitive and efficient manner;
  • Answer phones when needed for reception backup;
  • Maintain office procedures;
  • Maintain and update existing document production forms and systems;
  • Maintain confidentiality and work independently;
  • All other projects as assigned.

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance