PI Paralegal - Chicago

A leading plaintiff-side personal injury firm is seeking an experienced Paralegal to support attorneys in managing complex personal injury matters from inception through resolution. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented and compassionate professional who thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment and is passionate about client advocacy.

Key Responsibilities

• Communicate with clients and provide ongoing case support
• Draft and finalize legal documents, including complaints, discovery, pleadings, and correspondence
• Maintain case calendars, deadlines, and court filings, including e-filing
• Coordinate depositions, subpoenas, and notices
• Obtain medical records and healthcare lien information
• Assist with fact investigations and case development
• Manage electronic filing and document organization systems

Qualifications

• 5 years of plaintiff personal injury litigation experience
• Strong legal drafting and organizational skills
• Knowledge of court procedures, filing rules, and litigation deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
• Ability to multitask and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication, professionalism, and attention to detail
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred, but not required

Compensation & Benefits

Benefits include:

• Medical insurance
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Team events and firm-sponsored activities

This opportunity offers hands-on involvement in meaningful litigation matters within a collaborative and client-focused team environment.