Litigation Paralegal

Segal McCambridge

. Support attorneys throughout the life cycle of complex litigation, with emphasis on trial preparation and trial support .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $60,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support attorneys throughout the life cycle of complex litigation, with emphasis on trial preparation and trial support
Prepare legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, motions, discovery, notices, and settlement documents, for attorney review and approval
Manage extensive discovery preparation and coordinate discovery-related activities
Investigate facts and applicable law to assist with case strategy and litigation preparation
Conduct legal research and analyze statutes, judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, constitutions, and legal codes
Review discovery and prepare, issue, and track subpoenas for records and depositions
Prepare case information and materials for expert witnesses
Abstract depositions and organize key case information
Prepare indexes and maintain comprehensive document and case files
Maintain case databases and enter case information into NetDocs
Manage calendar and tickler systems to ensure compliance with court deadlines
Coordinate with courts, opposing counsel, clients, experts, vendors, and litigation professionals
Work with internal and external vendors throughout the e-discovery process
Maintain files and information relating to experts used by both parties
Prepare cases for trial and handle trial-related tasks
Organize and manage trial exhibits, documents, evidence, and case materials
Assist attorneys with preparation for hearings, depositions, and trials
Coordinate trial materials and information for attorneys and litigation teams
Support attorneys during preparation leading up to trial and throughout trial proceedings
Take ownership of time-sensitive assignments and help ensure trial-team readiness
Work closely with attorneys and litigation-team members in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
Minimum of 3 years of defense litigation experience
Experience with e-discovery and ESI databases
Ability to work independently while functioning effectively as part of a collaborative team
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines
Ability to work effectively under pressure, particularly in preparation for hearings, depositions, and trials
Strong attention to detail, initiative, and ability to learn quickly
Proficiency in legal research, including LexisNexis
Experience tracking and entering billable time
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe, Nuance, and e-discovery platforms such as Ipro, Relativity, Concordance, or Summation
Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved institution preferred
E-discovery project management experience preferred
Experience with commercial, medical malpractice, product liability, personal injury, and/or intellectual property litigation preferred
Prior experience supporting attorneys through trial preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus opportunity
401(k) with match
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Vision insurance
Hybrid work arrangement