Senior Legal Case Manager & Process Lead

DLA Piper; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 146,000 - 233,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking a Case Manager to oversee complex cases and related duties in a hybrid-structured US office. The role requires close collaboration with attorneys, clients, and outside counsel, and involves document preparation, information analysis, and cross-team coordination to ensure high-quality work.

Qualified candidates will have 10+ years as a paralegal in a specific practice, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and may hold California paralegal certification.

Qualifications

• Ten or more years of paralegal experience in a specific practice group.
• Bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies or legal studies is required.
• California Paralegal certification requirements apply for CA offices.
• Must be a strong leader able to supervise attorneys, paralegals and staff.
• Experience setting up and running technical systems to manage matters.

Responsibilities

• Develops and manages budgets for cases and client relationships.
• Supervises case assistants, paralegals, and attorneys; acts as hub for matters.
• Mentors associates and paralegals; conducts trainings for the team.
• Interacts with clients; often the primary point of contact.
• Ensures efficient use of electronic tools to manage cases and relationships.
• Coordinates with outside counsel and vendors; supports budget compliance.

Skills

Case management

Budget management

Leadership

Communication

Team coordination

Paralegal supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or legal studies

California Paralegal Certification requirements

Tools

Case management software

Job description

DLA Piper is seeking a Case Manager to oversee complex cases and related duties in a hybrid-structured US office. The role requires close collaboration with attorneys, clients, and outside counsel, and involves document preparation, information analysis, and cross-team coordination to ensure high-quality work.

Qualified candidates will have 10+ years as a paralegal in a specific practice, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and may hold California paralegal certification.