Litigation Paralegal

Beacon Hill; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

401(k) and profit-sharing

Monthly transportation allowance

Overtime eligibility

Other benefits

Job summary

Beacon Hill is seeking a litigation paralegal to join their Chicago office. This full-time role supports attorneys in all phases of complex litigation, collaborating with partners and associates on high-profile matters.

The position is onsite 3 days per week, with full-time onsite presence expected during the first month and during busy trial periods. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience, preferably in a large firm, and strong trial support capabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Prefer prior large law firm experience.
• Strong cite-checking experience required.
• Proficiency with Relativity, PACER, TextMap, Microsoft Office, and federal and state e-filing systems.
• Familiarity with Bluebook citation standards.
• Exceptional organizational, administrative, and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to work overtime as needed and travel for trial support.
• Team-oriented mindset with a strong work ethic and professional maturity.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Organize documents and coordinate document productions in litigation matters.
• Prepare, review, and file court documents in federal and state courts.
• Conduct document searches, legal research, and fact investigations.
• Obtain records, documents, and certificates from courts and government agencies.
• Prepare witness materials, deposition exhibits, and case-related documentation.
• Coordinate depositions and assist with deposition preparation.
• Manage trial preparation, trial logistics, and courtroom support.
• Attend trials and assist attorneys with exhibits, notes, and case materials.
• Serve as a liaison between attorneys, internal departments, and outside vendors.
• Coordinate with document production vendors, translation services, and trial graphics providers.
• Assist with cite-checking and ensuring accuracy of legal filings and submissions.
• Support the preparation of client-facing and marketing materials as needed.

Skills

Litigation paralegal experience

Cite-checking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Travel for trial support

Tools

Relativity

PACER

TextMap

Microsoft Office

e-filing systems

Job description

A well-established law firm is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join their Chicago office. This is a full-time opportunity supporting attorneys in all phases of complex litigation while working closely with partners and associates on high-profile matters.

This position is onsite 3 days per week; however, candidates should expect to be onsite 5 days per week during their first month of employment and during particularly busy trial periods. The salary range for this position is $85k-$110k, commensurate with experience. The firm offers healthcare, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) and profit-sharing plan, a monthly transportation allowance, overtime eligibility, and additional benefits.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of litigation paralegal experience, preferably in a large law firm environment, along with substantial trial experience and the ability to independently manage complex litigation matters in a fast-paced setting.

Job Duties:

• Organize documents and coordinate document productions in litigation matters
• Prepare, review, and file court documents in federal and state courts
• Conduct document searches, legal research, and fact investigations
• Obtain records, documents, and certificates from courts and government agencies
• Prepare witness materials, deposition exhibits, and case-related documentation
• Coordinate depositions and assist with deposition preparation
• Manage trial preparation, trial logistics, and courtroom support
• Attend trials and assist attorneys with exhibits, notes, and case materials
• Serve as a liaison between attorneys, internal departments, and outside vendors
• Coordinate with document production vendors, translation services, and trial graphics providers
• Assist with cite-checking and ensuring accuracy of legal filings and submissions
• Support the preparation of client-facing and marketing materials as needed

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of litigation paralegal experience
• Prior large law firm experience preferred
• Strong cite-checking experience required
• Proficiency with Relativity, PACER, TextMap, Microsoft Office, and federal and state e-filing systems
• Familiarity with Bluebook citation standards
• Exceptional organizational, administrative, and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities
• Ability to work overtime as needed and travel for trial support
• Team-oriented mindset with a strong work ethic and professional maturity
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.