Zirtual

Business and Corporate Litigation Paralegal

Zirtual

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States • Illinois

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Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

About the role

  • Part-time, 30 hours per month paralegal role supporting Illinois commercial litigation matters for a Zirtual client
  • Draft, review, and prepare pleadings, discovery requests/responses, motions, subpoenas, and other litigation documents
  • Assist with case management, including organizing case files, maintaining document databases, and tracking deadlines
  • Conduct legal research, investigate facts, and summarize findings for attorney review
  • Manage discovery process, including document collection, review, production, and preparation of privilege logs
  • Coordinate depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation, including witness lists, exhibits, and trial binders
  • Summarize depositions, medical records, contracts, and other relevant case materials
  • Communicate with clients, courts, experts, and opposing counsel in a professional and timely manner
  • Assist with e-filing in state and federal courts and ensure compliance with local rules and procedures
  • Support attorneys with trial preparation and provide in-trial assistance as needed
  • Maintain billing records, track time, and assist with case budgeting and expense management
  • Act as main point of contact for assigned client(s), work independently, and coordinate with an Account Supervisor
  • Maintain detailed and up-to-date client profiles, enter time daily, and follow Zirtual's best practices

Requirements

  • Minimimum 3 years Paralegal experience handling commercial litigation
  • Business hour availability
  • Reliable home internet and computer
  • Remote work experience preferred
  • Illinois business/commercial litigation experience