Sr. Litigation Paralegal - Chicago

Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP•Chicago, IL

2d•$120,000 - $140,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP is seeking a Senior Litigation Paralegal to be a part of our growing Chicago office. The successful candidate will assist with a wide range of litigation paralegal responsibilities, including management of all details before, during and after trial. The successful candidate will have experience managing a trial/ arbitration team from inception through completion including preparation of pre-trial and trial documents, coordinating trial site set-up, logistic of trial support vendors, and providing courtroom support of trial team. At Willkie, we believe great people are the key to our success. As such, we are offering a highly competitive compensation package with exceptional benefits. If you are looking to work in a friendly, collaborative environment that affords unique opportunities to expand your professional development, this role is for you.

Requirements

Minimum of seven years’ experience performing traditional litigation paralegal functions
In-person trial support and experience is required, including intake, discovery and trial as well as managing logistics for trials, arbitration and/or mediation, including negotiating workspace, setting up report space and coordinating with vendors
Bachelor degree, or equivalent work experience in a field that develops the skills required for the functions and responsibilities of the position
Proficiency with computerized legal research and document retention databases for performing fact and legal research and effective management of complex evidence and case files.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite applications required, as well as knowledge of Adobe Acrobat
Proficiency using LexisNexis, Westlaw, BloombergLaw required
Basic AI skills with a willingness to learn and utilize AI tools
Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to work concurrently on a variety of matters and manage time and expectations
Experience supervising junior paralegals and a team
Strong attention to detail and accountability
Ability to communicate with individuals of all levels within the Firm in a courteous and professional manner
Ability to work both independently as well as part of a team
Ability to work well under pressure and deadlines
Must be available to work after standard business hours and travel (for trials) as needed
Must be able to work in office a minimum of three times a week
Ability to sit at a desk most of the working day and walk short distances
Needs manual dexterity, speed and accuracy in handling office equipment
Ability to work efficiently and accurately in an atmosphere of frequent interruption
Ability to work in close proximity to other individuals
Ability to carry light to moderate objects, e.g., files, small objects and supplies a short distance
Must be able to lift, carry and move objects up to 20lbs

Nice To Haves

Experience using Relativity, LiveNote and CaseMap preferred

Responsibilities

Assists attorneys in all stages of complex litigation matters
Creates, implements and supervises all elements of litigation case management systems, including file management (electronic and hard copy), case calendaring, discovery-related tasks and trial activities
Oversee the document reviews (setup, coordination of hot doc binders, preparation of privilege logs, conduct searches as needed, etc.)
Assist with trial preparation, including creating trial notebooks, identifying and organizing exhibits, coordinating with outside entities to gather information or support upcoming depositions, trials and arbitrations
Understands mechanics of e-filing
Assist with preparation of state and federal court filings in coordination with Managing Attorney’s Office, including coordination of service copies, delivery of documents to Court, preparation of litigation books and other specific document preparation as required by the specific Court or Judge
Mentor, train and facilitate work assignments to junior paralegals
Leverage experience to proactively manage workflow and communicate effectively with attorneys and senior staff
Perform other duties as assigned