Litigation Paralegal
Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit is growing! A well-established and leading law firm specializing in the representation of homeowner, condominium, and community associations is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal for our Litigation Department. The candidate will have the option to work out of our Lincolnshire or Chicago, IL office. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience.
The salary range for this position is $42.21 - $45.60 per hour, contingent up level of experience. KSN offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, medical expense reimbursement program, short and long-term disability, basic life/AD & D coverage, voluntary life insurance, critical illness, accident, hospital, and a retirement plan for those who are eligible.
The business hours for this non-exempt position are Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm, and it follows a 35-hour workweek. The position requires a minimum of 60 days of in-office training. After successfully completing this period, the role will transition to a hybrid schedule. The schedule will be determined by the manager once training is completed. The requirement will be discussed more during the interview process.
To be considered for this position, you MUST apply at:
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Independently manage assigned litigation files and monitor case progression.
- Calculate, calendar, and monitor litigation deadlines.
- Review court dockets, obtain entered orders, and ensure necessary follow-up is completed.
- Review court rules and judge-specific standing orders to ensure compliance.
- Independently prioritize assignments, manage competing deadlines, and proactively communicate with attorneys regarding outstanding tasks and deadlines.