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Discovery Paralegal

Wilson Elser - Business & Legal Professionals

Chicago, USA

Full-time

Junior · 1+ years experience

Onsite

$70,000 — $80,000 USD

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Key Responsibilities

Under the supervision of attorneys, performs a range of investigation and collections related duties necessary to respond to litigation discovery requests
Obtains and manages client documents, including electronic data, and identifies potentially relevant materials for each case
Assists with coordinating efforts between client personnel, attorneys, and outside vendors
Collaborates and communicates effectively with stakeholders both within and outside the Firm
Maintains and organizes evidentiary data and case-related information in accordance with best records management practices across a wide array of case files and documentation, including assisting with the coordination, and management of document productions

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies or a Paralegal Certificate is a plus
Minimum 1-2+ years litigation paralegal experience
Strong analytical and communication skills, both oral and written
Experience with collaboration and work management software is a plus
Must demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information
Experience with Electronically Stored Information and document management systems, including computer-assisted review technologies, is a plus
Wilson Elser offers a competitive salary and benefits package designed to support our attorneys both professionally and personally.
A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for discretionary bonuses. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. This position is considered full-time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
Salary Range:
$70,000 — $80,000 USD
Why Should You Apply?
Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits
Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at [email protected] .
Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. It is the Firm's policy that employment will be based on merit, qualifications, and competence. Further, employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicants race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking, past or present service in the uniformed services or application or obligation to serve in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies or a Paralegal Certificate is a plus
Experience with collaboration and work management software is a plus
Experience with Electronically Stored Information and document management systems, including computer-assisted review technologies, is a plus

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