Paralegal

Segal McCambridge•Chicago, IL

13d•$60,000 - $85,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Segal McCambridge, a national litigation firm, is seeking an experienced General Litigation Paralegal to join our Chicago office and work alongside a busy, trial-active team of accomplished defense attorneys. This is an exciting opportunity for a paralegal who wants more than a traditional support role. You will be directly involved in sophisticated litigation from discovery through hearings, depositions, and trial, handling substantive case and trial-related responsibilities and working closely with attorneys as cases progress toward resolution. Our paralegals are an integral part of the litigation team. You will have the opportunity to take ownership of challenging assignments, work on complex matters, and play a hands-on role in preparing cases for trial. This is a collaborative environment where strong organization, initiative, attention to detail, and the ability to perform under pressure are highly valued. The position is hybrid, offering a flexible mix of in-office and remote work.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Minimum of 5 years of defense litigation experience.
Experience with e-discovery and ESI databases.
Ability to work independently while functioning effectively as part of a collaborative team.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines.
Ability to work effectively under pressure, particularly in preparation for hearings, depositions, and trials.
Strong attention to detail, initiative, and ability to learn quickly.
Proficiency in legal research, including LexisNexis.
Experience tracking and entering billable time.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe, Nuance, and e-discovery platforms such as Ipro, Relativity, Concordance, or Summation.

Nice To Haves

Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved institution.
E-discovery project management experience.
Experience with commercial, medical malpractice, product liability, personal injury, and/or intellectual property litigation.
Prior experience supporting attorneys through trial.

Responsibilities

Prepare legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, motions, discovery, notices, and settlement documents, for attorney review and approval.
Manage extensive discovery preparation and coordinate discovery-related activities.
Investigate facts and applicable law to assist attorneys in developing case strategy and preparing matters for litigation.
Conduct legal research and analyze statutes, judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, constitutions, and legal codes.
Review discovery and prepare, issue, and track subpoenas for records and depositions.
Prepare case information and materials for expert witnesses.
Abstract depositions and organize key case information.
Prepare indexes and maintain comprehensive document and case files.
Maintain accurate case databases and enter case information into NetDocs.
Manage calendar and tickler systems to ensure timely compliance with court deadlines.
Communicate and coordinate with courts, opposing counsel, clients, experts, vendors, and other litigation professionals.
Work with internal and external vendors throughout the e-discovery process.
Maintain files and information relating to experts used by both parties.
Preparing cases for trial and handling all aspects of trial-related tasks.
Organizing and managing trial exhibits, documents, evidence, and case materials.
Assisting attorneys with preparation for hearings, depositions, and trials.
Coordinating trial materials and information for attorneys and litigation teams.
Supporting attorneys during the intense preparation leading up to trial and throughout trial proceedings.
Taking ownership of time-sensitive assignments and helping ensure the trial team is fully prepared.
Working closely with attorneys and other members of the litigation team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.