Paralegal

Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee.

The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”. 

Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Responsible for litigation paralegal needs on all case matters assigned as well as project work on other matters as needed.     
• Assist with drafting/preparation of pleadings/discovery/notices/correspondence in federal and state court matters, and mediation/arbitration proceedings.
• Analyze, review and organize documents and data from materials received from clients or produced during discovery as well as prepare/coordinate document production and responses to discovery requests.
• Prepare deposition and record subpoenas according to state and federal regulations; coordinate production of third-party records and summarize same; prepare deposition outlines and summaries.
• Analyze and review privileged documents to assist attorneys through case process.
• Trial and arbitration preparation; preparation and management of trial exhibits and other trial related assistance including trial software utilization when necessary.
• Presentation of case summaries and courses of action to supervising attorneys.
• Conducting limited legal research, including but not limited to, Lexis and Pacer research.
• Cite-checking when necessary. 
• Liaison with courts, opposing counsel, and litigation vendors, including process servers and couriers.
• Knowledge of developments, procedures and rules in the forums where the office practices.
• Awareness of calendar deadlines in cases assigned and proactively work with attorneys on deadlines.
• Responsible for entering personal billable time entries and maintaining billable requirements on a monthly basis.   
• Address client case status inquiries, including steps in process remaining, processing times, and appointment issues. Demonstrate basic strategic thinking and initiative with case assignments.

Skills and Educational Requirements:       

• 5 years minimum litigation paralegal experience. 
• Experience working on federal and state court civil litigation cases from onset to trial phase and understanding of developmental process of civil litigation matters.
• Proficiency in Windows environment including Word and Outlook.
• Experience with billing hours with software programs – Intapp knowledge a plus. 
• Experience with document management software - Netdocs knowledge a plus.
• Versed in trial preparation and trial software a plus. 
• Previous experience working with class-actions, and wage and hour productions a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Highly focused and detailed-oriented with exceptional analytical skills.
• High reliability, solid attendance, team oriented, professional demeanor. 
• Must be proactive with strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Results oriented and excellent time management and creative problem-solving skills. 

• Ability to work under pressure/deadlines and to perform multiple tasks simultaneously; self-motivated.  
• Ability to be responsible for multiple case matters and ensure deadlines are met. 
• Ability to interact professionally with attorneys and support staff while maintaining a strong client service attitude.
• Work independently and as part of a team towards common goal of excellent client service.

• Strong sense of confidentiality and ability to exercise sound judgment.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• ABA Paralegal Certificate preferred.   

For Illinois, the expected salary range for this position is between $82,000 and 
$95,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. 

Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account
• Firm-paid holidays, vacation, and sick time 
• Employee assistance program and other firm benefits.

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We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.