Litigation Paralegal

Kelley Drye & Warren LLP, a powerhouse firm with the heart of a boutique, is seeking an experienced full-time Paralegal who has technical and organizational skills to support the office litigation and attorneys in all phases of the litigation lifecycle, ranging from pre-complaint investigation through trial and appeal.

Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

• Prepare and file electronic documents in State and Federal courts.
• Track case deadlines in Illinois and other federal cases nationwide.
• Understand local rules, practice and procedures.
• Draft and edit documents, including client engagement letters and new matter forms.
• Develop and maintain time records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases and review invoices.
• Meet and confer with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss cases, projects, and ongoing client development initiatives.
• Review and monitor case dockets to identify, summarize, and circulate relevant information.
• Manage hearing preparation and support, preparing hearing materials and deposition summaries.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree and equivalent work experience required. Paralegal certificate a plus.
• Experience managing large case dockets.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to contact courts and regulatory agencies to gather information.
• Ability to organize electronic pleadings and files.
• Strong attention to detail and experience with depositions, including preparation of witness files, exhibits, trial binders, assisting and attending trials when necessary.
• Self-starter that can perform tasks that require independent judgment and manage numerous projects from several attorneys simultaneously under pressure.
• Ability and willingness to take initiative to address problems and to make recommendations.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint and Excel.
• Proficiency in Docu Sign, Kofax PDF and Litera Compare (or similar.)

The salary range displayed is specifically for those potential hires who will work or reside in Chicago, Illinois if selected for the role. Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data/ranges, applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees, and certifications (e.g., JD/technology) Chicago, Illinois Salary Range:
Low: $70,000 - High: $90,000.

Kelley Drye offers competitive compensation and benefits packages. Our comprehensive benefits program helps you maintain a healthy lifestyle, achieve financial security, and address your personal and family needs. Programs include health benefits, life insurance and disability income protection, paid parental leave, retirement savings and planning, college coaching, child, and elder care offerings, and more.

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Kelley Drye & Warren LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).