Commercial Litigation Paralegal

Cozen O'Connor

Commercial Litigation Paralegal supporting attorneys through all stages of litigation processes. Working in a hybrid environment with a diverse team to manage case files and documents.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,000 - $105,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist attorneys in all stages of litigation
Assist in preparing and filing (including e-filing) of legal documents in state and federal court
Case file management (create, organize, track and maintain files; monitor calendars and meeting deadlines; document actions; input information into file database and case management software)
Document management including, but not limited to, review of documents, proofreading, bate labeling, organization of documents and compiling information for discovery responses, pleadings, and motions
Perform factual research and investigation
Lead subpoena and third-party records retrieval efforts
Draft correspondence and memoranda for attorneys as requested
Familiarity with e-discovery, including the technical aspects of collecting, reviewing, and producing electronically stored information (state and federal court)
Experience in Relativity, LiveNote, Case/Time Map, Summation, Adobe Acrobat, and Trial Director is a plus
Trial preparation and attendance at trial (organizing evidence, preparing exhibits, scheduling witnesses, ensuring that witnesses are ready when needed)
Prepare basic answers and objections to discovery, deposition abstracts, and other similar litigation tasks
Skilled at entering time in billing systems such as Laurel AI so that entries are not deducted for vague time entry descriptions or time that is excessive

Requirements

What you’ll need

A minimum of 3 years of paralegal experience
An associate’s degree and/or paralegal certificate required
Experience handling Commercial litigation as well as trial experience is preferred
Experience with medical records and can prepare chronologies and record and specials summaries when records come in as a matter of course
Ability to manage confidential information with discretion
Strong interpersonal skills to build a rapport with team and clients
Detail oriented, able to work independently, and possess excellent organizational and written/oral communication skills
Track record of juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work schedule of 3 days in the office, 2 days remote

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Hard Skills & Tools

litigation assistancecase file managementdocument managementfactual researche-discoverytrial preparationdiscovery responsesdeposition abstractsbilling systemscommercial litigation

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillsorganizational skillswritten communicationoral communicationattention to detailindependencediscretiontime managementability to juggle prioritiesrapport building

Certifications

paralegal certificateassociate's degree