Litigation Paralegal: Trial Prep & Case Management

ZAYED LAW; Chicago (IL); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 64.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Zayed Law in the Chicago area is seeking a detail‑oriented Litigation Paralegal to support our attorneys through all stages of case preparation, discovery, and management. You will draft and organize documents, coordinate subpoenas, and maintain accurate files to maximize client outcomes.

Ideal candidates bring strong legal admin skills, comfort with Odyssey, LexisNexis and PACER, and a collaborative, confidential approach.

Formación

• Bachelor’s Degree or 5 years of legal work experience.
• Paralegal Certification preferred but not required.
• 1 year in the personal injury sector preferred but not required.

Responsabilidades

• Execute directives and legal tasks assigned by AJZ and assigned attorneys, including high-priority case management and special project coordination.
• Draft, file, and serve legal documents such as subpoenas, HIPAA orders, and court filings; ensure compliance with court procedures and deadlines.
• Coordinate deposition logistics, including scheduling attorneys, prepping clients and doctors, and organizing relevant records and summaries.
• Manage communication with clients regarding case progress, treatment updates, and deposition preparation and document in Neos.
• Prepare and maintain specials summaries, medical records, billing documentation, and supplemental records for active cases.
• Handle lien resolutions and assist in drafting accurate settlement statements and reduction requests.
• Ensure accuracy in documentation for emails, faxes and eservice.
• Conduct research and case tracking using platforms such as Odyssey, LexisNexis, and PACER.
• Maintain and organize case files, treater lists, and related legal documents for litigation support in both Neos and in hard files.
• Schedule and manage legal calls, meetings, and deposition prep sessions for attorneys and clients.
• Promote a professional office culture by upholding confidentiality, integrity, and strong internal communication.
• Other duties as assigned

Conocimientos

Legal admin

Discovery scheduling

Deposition prep

Record management

Client communication

Educación

Bachelor’s degree

Paralegal Certification

Herramientas

Odyssey

LexisNexis

PACER

Descripción del empleo

Zayed Law in the Chicago area is seeking a detail‑oriented Litigation Paralegal to support our attorneys through all stages of case preparation, discovery, and management. You will draft and organize documents, coordinate subpoenas, and maintain accurate files to maximize client outcomes.

Ideal candidates bring strong legal admin skills, comfort with Odyssey, LexisNexis and PACER, and a collaborative, confidential approach.