Chicago-Paralegal

Socket.dev; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Socket.dev in Chicago seeks a Paralegal to support attorneys with clerical and research tasks, including document preparation, client and witness interviews, discovery, deposition prep, and trial readiness.

The role requires excellent communication, strong organization, and confidentiality. A Bachelor's degree is preferred, with a Paralegal Certificate and 5+ years of experience preferred. On-site, full-time in Chicago.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Paralegal Certificate.
• Minimum 5 years experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; research and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
• Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
• Researches statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
• Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
• Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, and other items.
• Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.

Skills

Excellent communication

Research

Organizational skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Chicago-Paralegal

Department: Legal Support

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Chicago

Compensation: $30.00 - $40.00 / hour

Description

The Paralegal will assist attorney(s) by providing clerical and research support services including, but not limited to, document preparation and review; interviewing clients and witnesses; research, investigations, fact checking; discovery responses; deposition prep and notices; reservation of travel; expense reporting; preparation and filing of legal documents; and trial preparation. Our caseload is growing and the ideal candidate for this position is organized, professional, responsible, and committed to helping us meet all our clients’ needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
• Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
• Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
• Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
• Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, and other items.
• Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
• Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
• Organizes, enters and cross-references documents in a computerized database.
• Prepares discovery requests and responses.
• Assists general counsel organizing and carrying out special projects as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Paralegal Certificate
• Minimum 5 years experience (preferred)

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Opportunity for Performance Based Discretionary Bonus & Merit Increases