Insurance Defense Paralegal

Insurance Defense Paralegal | LHH Recruitment Solutions

Location: Chicago, IL

Employment Type: Direct Hire - Hybrid

Salary: $80,

Are you an experienced Insurance Defense Paralegal looking to join a fast‑paced, collaborative litigation team? LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a respected law firm seeking a detail‑oriented paralegal who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys meaningful case involvement from start to finish.

✨ What You’ll Do

• Manage a high‑volume insurance defense caseload from intake through trial
• Serve as a primary point of contact for attorneys, clients, experts, and witnesses
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, subpoenas, affidavits, and trial documents
• Coordinate discovery: organize exhibits, summarize depositions, and prepare medical/employment records
• Conduct legal and factual research to support case strategy
• Prepare and file court documents in state and federal courts (including e‑filing)
• Track deadlines, maintain docketing, and ensure timely filings
• Assist with trial prep — trial binders, exhibits, witness coordination, courtroom logistics
• Communicate with IME physicians, experts, and third‑party providers
• Maintain accurate billable time entries and support attorneys with pre‑bill review

🧩 What You Bring

• 3+ years of litigation experience (insurance defense required)
• Strong understanding of civil litigation rules, deadlines, and procedures
• Proficiency with legal research tools, case management software, and Microsoft Office
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and ability to multitask
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Paralegal Certificate preferred;
  Bachelor’s degree a plus

💼 Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $80,
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability coverage
• 401(k) + voluntary benefits
• Professional development and a supportive team environment

📩 Ready to Apply?

If you’re a proactive, committed paralegal passionate about litigation and ready for your next career step, we’d love to speak with you.

👉 Apply today or message me directly for more details!

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