Paralegal - Product Liability/Mass Tort Litigation

Ala Gateway; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Profit Sharing

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Ala Gateway is seeking a full-time Product Liability/Mass Tort Paralegal in Chicago. The ideal candidate will provide advanced paralegal support throughout all phases of litigation, assisting attorneys and clients with strong organizational abilities.

The role requires exceptional attention to detail, communication skills, and a proactive approach to complex assignments. Full benefits include medical, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) plans.

Qualifications

• Provide high-level litigation support to case teams from case inception through resolution.
• Read, write, and communicate fluent English; compose documents using correct business style.
• Exhibit attention to detail and strong time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with attorneys, clients, and internal support teams throughout all phases of litigation.
• Review and draft discovery requests, subpoenas, and court pleadings.
• Conduct document reviews and prepare document productions.

Skills

Litigation support

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Education

Associate’s Degree or Paralegal Certification

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Job description

Paralegal – Product Liability/Mass Tort Litigation

Job Posting

Jul. 1, 2026

Thompson Coburn, a large full‑service law firm with offices in eight (8) cities across the U.S., is seeking a full‑time non‑exempt Product Liability / Mass Tort Paralegal to join its St. Louis office. With over 450 attorneys and experience in 50 areas of law, Thompson Coburn is regularly recognized for providing clients with outstanding value and service. Driven by core values of integrity, innovation and diversity, staff collaborate in a welcoming, fast‑paced, and inclusive environment.

We are seeking an accomplished Litigation Paralegal to provide advanced, full‑cycle paralegal support to a team of attorneys. The role requires a highly skilled professional with strong litigation experience, sound judgment, and the ability to manage complex assignments with minimal direction. Under the direction of the Senior Manager of Practice Support Services, this position will serve as an integral member of the case team, contributing expertise across all phases of litigation—including investigation, discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and trial. The ideal candidate brings exceptional organizational abilities and a proactive, solutions‑oriented approach to supporting attorneys and clients. After an initial period of training, this position is eligible for a hybrid‑remote work schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with attorneys, clients, and internal support teams, assisting case team(s) throughout all phases of litigation, including trial preparation and trial.
• Review and draft discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, notices, and other court pleadings and documents, including summarizing transcripts and medical records.
• Conduct document reviews and prepare document productions.
• Identify, collect and organize factual evidence, including deposition and witness outlines, and deposition and trial exhibits.
• Draft, cite‑check, and proofread pleadings, motions, correspondence, and supporting documents, and prepare exhibits for the same case.
• Create organizational systems for case documents.
• Participate in the creation of databases, perform data entry, conduct database searches, and generate reports.
• Assume responsibility for operation of trial support technology.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Provide high‑level litigation support to case teams from case inception through resolution.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and interpersonal skills, working well with employees at all levels and preserving strict confidentiality. Use tact and diplomacy in all interactions.
• Read, write, and communicate fluent English; compose documents using correct business style, grammar, spelling, and clear telephone communication.
• Exhibit attention to detail, balance multiple projects in a fast‑paced setting, proactively partner with attorneys and stakeholders, and demonstrate strong time‑management skills.
• Reason and apply common‑sense understanding to situations encountered.
• Process routine daily functions while resolving sensitive issues and complex assignments using above‑average critical‑thinking skills.
• Work overtime or travel as needed.

Experience and Education Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree (or higher) or a Paralegal Certification required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Substantial equivalent experience in Product Liability litigation will be considered in lieu of education.
• Legal experience in a capacity other than paralegal may be considered toward qualification for a Paralegal position.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance & ADD policies
• Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Profit Sharing plans
• Parking/Transportation Stipend
• Section 125 Plan (Pre‑tax premiums and medical reimbursement)
• Paid HolidaysPaid Vacation Time
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• College Savings Plan Deductions (529 Plans)