Senior Litigation Paralegal - Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Beacon Hill; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill Legal in the Chicago Loop is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal for a full-time, permanent role with hybrid/WFH flexibility. The position offers a 40-hour workweek and competitive compensation ranging from $120,000 to $160,000 based on experience.

Responsibilities include trial preparation, Bluebook cite-checking, eDiscovery work with Relativity, drafting and filing pleadings, and coordinating with attorneys, clients, and vendors to meet deadlines and court rules.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of litigation experience in a law firm.
• Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal Certificate required.
• Support trial preparation, including exhibit preparation, witness files, deposition coordination, and trial binders.
• Conduct Bluebook cite-checking and assist with proofreading and formatting of briefs and filings.
• Utilize Relativity and other eDiscovery platforms to manage large-scale document reviews, productions, and data analysis.
• Assist attorneys with drafting and filing pleadings, including initial pleadings, motions to compel, mediation summaries, and other case-related filings.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain case files, dockets, and deadlines to ensure compliance with court rules and scheduling orders.
• Coordinate with attorneys, clients, vendors, and opposing counsel regarding discovery, scheduling, and case logistics.
• Provide trial support and assist with deposition preparation and witness coordination.

Skills

Litigation support

Bluebook cite-checking

Trial preparation

Document management

Relativity

eDiscovery

Education

Bachelor's degree

Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Relativity

E-discovery platforms

Job description

Beacon Hill Legal is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join a top-tier law firm located in the Chicago Loop. This is a full-time, permanent position offering a 40-hour workweek, hybrid/WFH flexibility, comprehensive benefits, and competitive compensation ranging from $120,000-$160,000 based on experience.

Qualifications & Responsibilities include:

• Minimum of 5-10+ years of litigation experience in a law firm environment
• Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal Certificate required
• Support trial preparation, including exhibit preparation, witness files, deposition coordination, and trial binders
• Conduct Bluebook cite-checking and assist with proofreading and formatting of briefs and filings
• Utilize Relativity and other eDiscovery platforms to manage large-scale document reviews, productions, and data analysis
• Assist attorneys with drafting and filing pleadings, including initial pleadings, motions to compel, mediation summaries, and other case-related filings
• Manage and maintain case files, dockets, and deadlines to ensure compliance with court rules and scheduling orders
• Coordinate with attorneys, clients, vendors, and opposing counsel regarding discovery, scheduling, and case logistics

The firm offers WFH flexibility, and compensation is commensurate with experience.

Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

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.

Benefits Information:

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.