Paralegal

Kanner & Pintaluga

. Perform secretarial, clerical, and data entry duties supporting litigation matters .

Posted 9/19/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in litigation support, including document management, e-filing, and communication with clients. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and experienced in personal injury litigation and the discovery process.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Litigation SupportE-Filing ExperienceMicrosoft Office Suite ProficiencyPersonal Injury Litigation ExperienceBilingual (English/Spanish)

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Hard Skills

Data EntryDocument DraftingCalendar ManagementDeadline TrackingCourt Document PreparationLegal CorrespondenceFact-Finding SupportE-Portal System NavigationMultitaskingAttention to Detail

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsTeamwork OrientedPositive Service-Minded ApproachExcellent Organization Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OutlookMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelAdobeFileVineZoomCourtCall

Industry Keywords

LitigationPersonal InjuryDiscovery ProcessState CourtLegal Documents

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform secretarial, clerical, and data entry duties supporting litigation matters
Maintain attorney calendars and track deadlines and case events
Schedule depositions, pre-depositions, mediations, meetings, and hearings
Manage documents using Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Adobe, and FileVine
E-file legal documents through the State E-Portal System and assist with other filings
Assist attorneys with preparation for depositions, hearings, and conferences
Draft basic court documents and litigation materials, including pleadings, motions, affidavits, and subpoenas, under attorney direction
Send correspondence to parties and non-parties by email, regular mail, and certified mail
Communicate professionally with clients and route inquiries appropriately
Set up CourtCalls and/or Zoom for hearings and coordinate virtual attendance
Support fact-finding projects and maintain complete, organized case files
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Full-time, 8:00 am–5:00 pm, Monday–Friday
3+ years of litigation or paralegal experience preferred
Personal Injury Litigation experience strongly preferred
Familiarity with the discovery process preferred
Experience e-filing in state court preferred; willingness to learn required
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Ability to manage a heavy workload in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with clients and co-workers
Excellent organization skills; ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage a heavy workload
Teamwork oriented with a positive, service-minded approach
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. as verified through E-Verify

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Wage
Paid Time Off, Holiday, Bereavement, and Sick Time
401K Retirement Savings Plan with Firm match
Group Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
Employer-Covered Supplemental Benefits
Voluntary Supplemental Benefits
Annual Performance Reviews