What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Paralegal position at Addison Group?
Job Title: Litigation ParalegalLocation: Chicago, IL (100% Onsite) – Quick walk from Union Station & OgilvieIndustry: Legal ServicesCompensation: $75,000–$90,000 base salary discretionary annual bonusWork Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PMBenefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).About Our Client:Addison Group is partnering with our client, a Chicago-based law firm to hire a Litigation Paralegal. The firm offers competitive benefits, annual merit increases, and a collaborative environment. This is a direct-hire, onsite role supporting a team of attorneys within a well-established practice.Job Description:Our client is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to provide hands-on support across a busy commercial litigation team. This role involves drafting and managing legal documents, coordinating case deadlines, and assisting with eDiscovery platforms. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-moving environment with multiple attorneys.Key Responsibilities:Prepare, revise, and organize legal documents, filings, and correspondenceManage electronic filings through court systems and online portalsMaintain and update litigation calendars, deadlines, and docket schedulesAssist with opening new matters, running conflict checks, and maintaining case recordsSupport billing processes by preparing invoices, tracking time, and coordinating with the accounting teamGather required documentation from clients and monitor follow-ups to meet deadlinesUtilize eDiscovery and case management tools such as Relativity, Simplify, PACER, Odyssey, and JuralawCollaborate with attorneys and the broader legal team on case preparationComplete additional tasks and administrative support as neededQualifications:4–5 years of litigation paralegal experience requiredStrong familiarity with eDiscovery tools; experience with Relativity and Simplify highly preferredAbility to support 10–12 attorneys with varying working stylesExperience with PACER, Odyssey, Juralaw, and related legal softwareAbility to meet a 1200-hour annual billable requirementBackground in commercial litigation preferred (no workers’ compensation or personal injury)Strong organization, communication, and deadline management skillsAdditional Details:Direct-hire positionBusiness casual environmentPerks:Annual merit increasesEnd-of-year discretionary bonusStable, mid-sized firm environment with long-tenured staffOpportunity to work directly with a diverse group of attorneysAddison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.#Admin2
Salary : $75,000 - $90,000