Our Chicago, IL office has the opportunity for an experienced Paralegal to join the Firm?s expanding practice. The position on a day-to-day basis, researches law, investigates facts, and prepares documents to assist attorneys. Independently researches and analyzes law sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, constitutions, and legal codes to prepare legal documents, such as briefs, pleadings, appeals for review, approval, and use by attorney. May manage work assignments for multiple paralegals and/or is a key client contact. Essential Functions Researches law, investigates facts, and independently prepares documents to assist attorneys with matters. Summarizes complex legal documents. Organizes and indexes complex case files. Determines and calendars deadlines. Performs wide variety of legal research and data compilation, with little or no supervision. Files pleadings with court clerk. Prepares reports, correspondence, declarations and complaints. Drafts a wide variety of legal documents. Prepares affidavits or documents and maintains document file. Prepares for mediations and trials. Assists Attorneys at trial. Assists Attorney in preparation for depositions. Communicates with witnesses and experts. Scheduling. Enters billing and expense data into Firm system in a timely manner. Coordinates major projects or cases, some of which may involve the work of multiple paralegals. Requirements Paralegal certification / degree from accredited college or university. 12+ years of paralegal experience, preferably working in a labor/employment litigation practice. Proficient in all Microsoft applications, including but not limited to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook; Lexis-Nexis and WestLaw, Live Note, Concordance, Case Map, Docketing, Document Management System, expense and billing systems. Training and mentoring of new paralegals. Assumes leadership role with other paralegals to accomplish goals. Analytical ? Able to mine and collect data for cases. Problem Solving Skills ? gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Uses experience and judgment to accomplish tasks. Interpersonal Skills ? focuses on case/task at hand. Maintains confidentiality. Communication ? Listens and gets clarification. Responds to inquiries quickly with professionalism and tact. Writes clearly and informatively. Edits work for errors. Able to read and interpret information accurately and concisely. Organization skills ? keep work area neat and clear of safety hazards, files are maintained neatly and are easily retrieved. Ability to organize, manage, prioritize, and handle numerous projects/tasks, sometimes heavy caseloads. Detail oriented. Teamwork ? Willing and eager to help others and share knowledge and skills. Attendance/Punctuality ? Is consistently at work and on time. Dependability ? Follows instructions, responds to management direction. Willing to commit to additional hours when necessary to reach Firm objectives. Initiative ? Takes independent actions and reasonable risks; Asks for and offers help when needed. Knowledge ? In-depth knowledge of legal terminology and principles. Please note, we are not working with outside recruiters for this position. Benefits Ogletree Deakins offers a robust suite of benefits for our Staff including: Paid Time Off, Sick Time, a 401(k) matching program, Profit Sharing, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, affordable Health and Life Insurance including Dental & Vision coverage, Health Savings Account /Flexible Spending Accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses, Teladoc (24/7 access to a doctor by phone or online video), Tuition Reimbursement and an Employee Assistance Program. Firm Overview Ogletree Deakins is one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management in all types of employment-related legal matters. Premier client service, as outlined in the firm?s Client Pledge, is one of the firm?s top priorities and a cornerstone of its core values. U.S. News ? Best Lawyers? ?Best Law Firms? has named Ogletree Deakins a ?Law Firm of the Year? for 11 consecutive years. In 2022, the publication named Ogletree Deakins its ?Law Firm of the Year? in the Employment Law ? Management category. Ogletree Deakins has more than 950 attorneys located in 55 offices across the United States and in Europe, Canada, and Mexico. The firm represents a diverse range of clients, including many of the Fortune 50 companies in the U.S. We are fully committed to the importance of diversity within the legal profession, as well as all workplace environments and strongly encourage the interest of diverse candidates in the firm. Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-CB1#LI-CB1
Practice Areas & Specialty
Litigation
