Senior Paralegal

4P Consulting; Naperville (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Paralegal with 10-15 years of experience to support attorneys and manage complex legal matters. This hybrid role requires advanced legal knowledge, strong leadership, and exceptional organizational skills. The Senior Paralegal will ensure compliance and mentor junior staff while managing documentation and client interactions.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of paralegal experience in a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Mastery of legal research platforms and case management systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth legal research and draft complex legal documents.
• Manage case files and coordinate legal documents with courts.
• Lead discovery processes and prepare for depositions and hearings.

Skills

Legal Research

Document Drafting

Client Interaction

Case Management

Compliance

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies or related field

Paralegal certification (e.g., NALA, NFPA)

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Legal Software

Job description

Senior Paralegal

Location: Nicor Gas HQ, Naperville, IL ( Hybrid)

Contract- 5 months

Experience Level: 10–15 Years

Job Summary:

A Senior Paralegal with 10 to 15 years of experience is a highly skilled and seasoned legal professional who plays a critical role in supporting attorneys and legal teams. This position requires advanced legal knowledge, strong leadership abilities, and exceptional organizational skills to manage complex legal matters across a variety of practice areas. The Senior Paralegal is a trusted advisor who ensures the highest standards of accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities:

Legal Research & Documentation

• Conduct in-depth legal research using tools such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, and public records databases.

• Draft, edit, and proofread complex legal documents including pleadings, contracts, agreements, motions, and briefs, ensuring clarity and legal compliance.

Case & File Management

• Maintain comprehensive case files, ensuring accurate documentation of all correspondence, filings, exhibits, and evidence.

• Manage case calendars and docket schedules for court deadlines, hearings, and depositions.

Client & Court Interaction

• Act as a primary liaison with clients, witnesses, experts, and opposing counsel.

• Coordinate and file legal documents with courts, agencies, and e-filing platforms.

Discovery & Trial Preparation

• Lead discovery processes including document collection, review, production, and drafting of discovery requests and responses.

• Manage preparation for depositions and hearings, including organizing exhibits and witness materials.

Legal Technology & Billing

• Utilize advanced legal software, document management systems, and e-discovery tools.

• Oversee legal billing processes, reviewing invoices and tracking billable time and project costs.

Compliance & Mentorship

• Stay current on legal and regulatory changes and advise legal teams on compliance implications.

• Mentor and supervise junior paralegals and legal support staff, ensuring high-quality work output and adherence to legal best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies or related field.

• Paralegal certification (e.g., NALA, NFPA, or ABA-approved program) preferred.

• 10–15 years of paralegal experience in a law firm, corporate legal department, or government agency.

• Mastery of legal research platforms (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis) and case management systems.

• In-depth knowledge of court rules, legal procedures, and jurisdictional filing requirements.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong command of legal writing and document preparation.

• Proven ability to manage multiple complex cases simultaneously under tight deadlines.

• Strong commitment to ethical standards and client confidentiality.

Core Competencies:

• Advanced legal research and drafting

• Project and case management

• Litigation support and trial prep

• Team leadership and mentorship

• Client service and professional communication

• Legal compliance and risk awareness