Hybrid Defense Litigation Paralegal – Trial Prep Pro

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Competitive compensation

Collaborative legal team

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a respected Chicago law firm to identify an experienced Defense Litigation Paralegal to support a busy civil litigation practice. This role emphasizes managing complex case files, supporting trial preparation, and collaborating with attorneys throughout the lifecycle of litigation matters.

The position is hybrid in Chicago, IL, offering a competitive compensation package and benefits including health, dental, vision, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• 5+ years of civil or defense litigation paralegal experience
• Strong knowledge of discovery, litigation procedures, and trial preparation
• Experience reviewing medical records and preparing chronologies is highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Draft and prepare discovery requests and responses
• Review, organize, and summarize medical records
• Prepare medical chronologies and deposition summaries
• Assist with subpoena preparation and document productions
• Track case deadlines and maintain litigation calendars
• Support attorneys with trial, arbitration, and mediation preparation
• Prepare exhibit lists, witness lists, trial notebooks, and presentation materials
• Conduct factual investigations and legal research
• Maintain accurate billing records and time entries

Skills

Litigation experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Legal tech

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal technology platforms

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a respected Chicago law firm to identify an experienced Defense Litigation Paralegal to support a busy civil litigation practice. This role emphasizes managing complex case files, supporting trial preparation, and collaborating with attorneys throughout the lifecycle of litigation matters.

The position is hybrid in Chicago, IL, offering a competitive compensation package and benefits including health, dental, vision, and a 401(k).