Litigation Paralegal

Manning Gross & Massenburg LLP•Edwardsville, IL

3d•$50,000 - $70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

MG+M The Law Firm (MG+M) is hiring a Paralegal for its Edwardsville office. MG+M is a nationally renowned litigation law firm focused on complex civil matters, including toxic tort, complex product liability, local government, general liability, and commercial litigation. The firm works as a unified team with clients to advance their interests and deliver optimal results at the best possible value. The Paralegal manages multiple complex litigation matters and supports trial preparation, case management, client reporting and communication, expert retention, discovery review, and preparation of pre-trial pleadings. The role monitors case filings, prepares case assessments for attorneys, records and submits billable time, and attends trials to assist the trial team. The position is based in the Edwardsville office and offers a hybrid work environment. MG+M offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

At least 5 years of defense litigation experience with Illinois, New York, and New Jersey cases.
Bachelor’s degree.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel), Westlaw, PACER, and/or File & Serve Xpress.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with attorneys, other paralegals, and legal administrative assistants.
Strong organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Respond promptly to attorney and client service requests and meet commitments.
Follow instructions, complete tasks on time, work independently, and commit to the hours necessary to meet deadlines.
Contribute to a positive team environment and support colleagues.
Work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume, deadline-driven environment with shifting priorities.
Maintain strong attention to detail, punctuality, and attendance.
Demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, problem-solving ability, and adherence to firm policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Manage multiple complex litigation matters simultaneously.
Assist with trial preparation and logistics, administrative and case management, client reporting, expert retention, and client communication.
Monitor case filings and provide detailed assessments to attorneys.
Draft initial versions of pre-trial motions, dispositive motions, motions in limine, and other pre-trial pleadings.
Review and evaluate discovery documents, including medical records, sales documents, employment records, and other case materials.
Compose case assessments and evaluations for review by associates and partners.
Contemporaneously account for and submit personal billable time.
Attend trials and assist the trial team with trial-related matters.