Paralegal - Corporate Law & Litigation

Chicago Transit Authority•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Under direct supervision, provides professional legal support to attorneys in both transactional and litigation matters. Assists with contract review and execution, preparation of corporate authorization documents including ordinances and resolutions, and management of legal documentation. Supports litigation and appellate matters by preparing and filing court documents, conducting legal research, assisting in brief preparation, and maintaining litigation files. Ensures compliance with court procedures and CTA governance requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field and a paralegal certificate from an American Bar Association (ABA) approved paralegal training program, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required to be a Commissioned Notary Public within ninety (90) days of employment in this position.
Demands associated with a normal office type environment.
Requires sitting for extended periods of time, standing, visual acumen, manual dexterity, and working with computer keyboards.
Service Area Requirement\: Exempt (Non-Union) employees must live within the boundaries of the CTA Statutory Service Area either at the time of employment or within 6 months of beginning employment at CTA.
Working knowledge of trial and appellate court procedures in state and federal court, including filing and service requirements.
Working knowledge of legal terminology and document preparation practices.
Working knowledge of legal office procedures and practices.
Working knowledge of basic legal research procedures.
General knowledge of basic standard office administrative practices and procedures.
Strong written and oral communications skills.
Strong proofreading skills.
Strong typing skills.
Intermediate Microsoft Office Suite skills.
Ability to perform standard and non-standard discovery tasks.
Ability to train subordinate personnel in routine paralegal functions.