Paralegal

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is hiring a Trial Litigation Paralegal for one of the preeminent criminal defense firms in Chicago. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Trial preparation, reviewing medical records, X-rays, MRI’s and doctors' notes for trial
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis related to trial litigation matters.
• Assist attorneys in drafting legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and other court filings.
• Manage and organize trial documents, exhibits, and evidence, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
• Coordinate witness interviews, depositions, and trial schedules, and maintain communication with all relevant parties.
• Prepare trial notebooks, exhibit lists, and trial exhibits for use during trial proceedings.
• Assist in the preparation of trial presentations, including electronic presentations and demonstrative exhibits.
• Provide administrative support during trials, including courtroom setup, logistics coordination, and witness coordination.
• Assist with post-trial activities, such as drafting post-trial motions and managing appeals processes.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and adhere to ethical standards in all aspects of work.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the needs of the legal team.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in paralegal studies or a related field.
• 5 years experience working as a litigation paralegal, with specific experience in trial litigation preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with attorneys, clients, and external parties.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with electronic discovery (e-discovery) tools and processes is a plus.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal court rules and procedures.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team environment.
• Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, and confidentiality.

Benefits : Use this link bit.ly/2023-Benefits to learn more about benefits available to Eastridge’s temporary employees. From time to time Eastridge’s clients may offer additional benefits to Eastridge employees while on assignment. Information about those benefits will be communicated when applicable.

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please note that Eastridge is unable to provide visa sponsorship to applicants.

Certain clients require Eastridge to perform background checks and Eastridge will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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