We are seeking a Paralegal to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This role will focus on managing a full case load from intake to litigation, supporting our birth injury practice group. You will handle multiple priorities in a dynamic environment and serve as the key point of contact for clients and vendors. This role offers a short term contract employment opportunity.

Responsibilities:
• Engage in legal research using tools such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, and various search engines
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and vendors, professionally communicating over the phone and in person
• Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence for assigned cases through electronic and paper mail
• File court documents using state and federal court platforms
• Maintain and manage case calendars
• Process requests for medical and collateral source records
• Organize client documents and coordinate document productions
• Prepare for deposition proceedings, including retention of court reporters, witness file preparation, and transcript digestion
• Prepare and schedule expert phone conferences and evaluations
• Assemble and collate medical record binders, exhibits, and legal documents
• Attend case strategy meetings
• Transcribe deposition consultations with experts
• Proofread and cite-check legal documents to ensure compliance with local and federal court rules
• Prepare summons and complaints, answers to interrogatories, fact sheets, exhibit lists, subpoenas, deposition summaries, and supporting court filing materials.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Paralegal
• Proficiency in using Aderant, Adobe Acrobat, and Automated City Register Information System (ACRIS)
• Familiarity with Case Management Software and CompuLaw
• Ability to handle billing functions effectively
• Experience in briefing and calendar management
• Proven skills in claim administration
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge in Medical Malpractice, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury Law, and Personal Injury Litigation
• Experience in handling Personal Injury Plaintiffs
• Proficiency in e-Filing, Court Filing, and managing Court Filings

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