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Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This is a long-term contract position where you will play a key role in supporting attorneys with case management, discovery, trial preparation, and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate is highly organized, dependable, and thrives in a collaborative work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and organize case files, ensuring all documents are up-to-date and deadlines are tracked.

• Assist with client intake by gathering and summarizing case information.

• Support discovery processes by drafting, reviewing, and responding to document requests, as well as preparing subpoenas.

• Conduct background research on parties, witnesses, and experts to support case preparation.

• Draft and prepare legal documents such as pleadings, motions, notices, and exhibits.

• Coordinate trial preparation activities, including assembling trial binders and managing logistics for depositions and hearings.

• Provide in-court support to attorneys during trials and hearings.

• Manage calendars, schedule appointments, and oversee administrative tasks such as scanning, printing, and maintaining office supplies.

• Utilize software tools like iManage, Word, and Adobe to streamline case management and document preparation. Requirements • A minimum of 2 years of experience in litigation support or a related paralegal role.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

• Proficiency in case management software, iManage, Adobe Acrobat, and Microsoft Word.

• Experience with legal writing, including drafting pleadings, motions, and other court documents.

• Familiarity with discovery processes, including document production and subpoenas.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with attorneys, clients, and team members.

• Reliability and a proactive approach to problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.

• Exposure to litigation processes and procedures is a must.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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