Legal Staff Paralegal in Chicago, IL

Law Firm

Chicago, IL

Legal Staff Paralegal in Chicago, IL

Legal Staff

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Civil Rights Paralegal Duties: Supporting attorneys on their cases, with both administrative and substantive work. Typical tasks include managing case files and case calendars. Supporting document production and review. Handling electronic filing. Drafting and proofreading documents. Conducting research; interacting with clients, other lawyers, community supports, and governmental entities. Indexing documents. Creating tables of authorities. Learning local rules in multiple jurisdictions. Developing case timelines. Creating witness files. Supporting trials and depositions. Making travel arrangements.

Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree or significant litigation experience is preferred. Litigation paralegal experience (or comparable project assistant/legal assistant/other titled roles in fast-paced litigation environment). Spanish language proficiency is desired. Computer and document management skills. Strong writing, editing and proofing skills. Strong interpersonal skills/gets along well with others. Passion for civil rights and social justice.