We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Paralegal to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will support a dynamic Birth Injury Practice Group by managing cases from intake through litigation. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment while contributing to impactful legal work.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee all incoming and outgoing correspondence for assigned cases, ensuring timely and accurate communication.<br>• Maintain and update case calendars to track important deadlines and court dates.<br>• Process authorizations to obtain medical and collateral source records.<br>• Conduct legal research using tools such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other platforms.<br>• File court documents through various state and federal e-filing systems.<br>• Proofread and cite-check legal documents to ensure compliance with court rules and proper formatting.<br>• Organize and manage client documents, including preparing document productions and assembling exhibits.<br>• Prepare materials for depositions, including retaining court reporters and summarizing transcripts.<br>• Draft legal documents such as summons, complaints, interrogatory answers, subpoenas, and trial exhibits.<br>• Attend case strategy meetings and contribute to litigation planning.
