Litigation Paralegal
About The Position
Tyson & Mendes, a nationally recognized law firm specializing in insurance defense litigation, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented paralegal to support our attorneys in civil litigation, personal injury, and construction defect matters. This is a hybrid position requiring 2-3 days per week in the Northbrook, IL office. The firm offers a career path supported by a strong, inclusive culture, with paralegals as trusted members of the litigation team. The role involves assisting attorneys through all phases of litigation, including case management, drafting legal documents, organizing and managing records, and preparing for depositions, hearings, and trials, leveraging legal technology and case management tools.
Requirements
- Paralegal certification
- Minimum of 3-5 years experience as a litigation paralegal
- Experience with litigation in the state of Illinois is highly encouraged
- Solid understanding of civil litigation (state and federal deadlines and rules)
- 2-3 days/week in office (666 Dundee Road, Suite 303, Northbrook, IL 60062)
- High proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint and Outlook and Adobe Acrobat
- Ability to think and act independently and with minimal supervision
- Articulate, organized and a team player with excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
- Professional appearance and demeanor
Nice To Haves
- Experience in civil litigation, insurance defense, or personal injury matters
- Skilled in processing records and trial preparation
- Strong communication skills, professionalism, and a collaborative mindset
- Proficiency in legal document management systems
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys with propounding and responding to discovery (interrogatories, requests for admissions, request for production, subpoenas, and preparing deposition binders) and motions (preparation of supporting documents and exhibits, and preparing hearing binders).
- Manage trial preparation including coordination of witnesses and travel, trial exhibits, charts, trial notebook, subpoenas, and page lines.
- Independently obtain, review, and organize medical records/medical billings, calculate damages including medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage.
- Work as part of a team with all levels of experience.
- Routine communications with clients, experts, and attorneys about case status and preparation.
Benefits
- Hourly pay range of $30-$43/hour, depending on experience
- Overtime paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate, as needed
- Annual bonus ranging from $250-$3,000
- Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
- Comprehensive benefits coverage offered, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employee contribution for health/vision/dental coverage is $700-$1,700)
- 401(k) program with a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4-5%
- Paid parental leave at base pay rate
- 37.5-hour standard workweek designed to promote balance and prevent burnout
- Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
- Vacation time is accrued annually at the employee’s base rate
- Internal diversity and inclusion programs, such as the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
- Firm-wide charitable giving program
- Numerous social and off-site events each year
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
