Overview
Medical Malpractice Paralegal (defense) Jobs in Chicago, IL at Swanson Martin & Bell LLP
Swanson Martin & Bell, LLP has an opening for an experienced Paralegal to litigation attorneys at our Chicago office to join our medical malpractice group. The ideal candidate is energetic, detail-oriented, able to manage busy attorneys and work independently.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to,
- Draft routine legal documents for review and use by attorneys.
- Organizing and coordinating legal proceedings
- Interacting with clients, witnesses, and court personnel
- Coordinate requests between multiple parties involved in litigation by way of consistent communication with client, claims and full partnership with attorney through end of case.
- Investigation of parties and experts
- Preparing reports to help lawyers prepare for trials
- Compile and prepare draft discovery responses.
- Categorize and interpret data; review and analyze reports, responses and records produced by opposing counsel.
- Assisting in depositions, witness preparation, and research
- Handling exhibits during court proceedings
The position may include certain administrative tasks, including:
- Preparing e-filings for state and federal court, scheduling depositions where many parties are involved,
- Performing administrative duties such as calendar management and case file organization, maintaining attorneys’ calendars, opening new files, time entry, preparing expense reports (ChromeRiver), and day-to-day responsibilities.
Required Experience & Skills:
- Minimum of 5 years of litigation defense experience; will consider motivated candidates with less experience if applicable
- Ability to work effectively both independently and with a team, to assist attorneys
- Excellent communication skills, including attention to detail in writing
- Proficient in Microsoft skills (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Document Management System (DMS) experience
Compensation: $38.46-$43.96 per hour ($70k-$80k), DOE
Title: Medical Malpractice Paralegal (defense)
Company: Swanson Martin & Bell LLP
Location: Chicago, IL
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