Litigation Paralegal – Medical Malpractice Defense (Chicago)

Join our client's fast-paced medical malpractice defense team!

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Litigation Paralegal to support our client's small team of attorneys in handling a high volume of cases. This is a perfect opportunity with endless growth potential for an entry-level paralegal looking to gain valuable experience in all aspects of litigation, from case inception to trial.

Responsibilities:

• Manage assigned medical malpractice defense cases from start to finish
• Work closely with attorneys on case strategy, discovery, and trial preparation
• Process and organize medical records, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations
• Draft legal correspondence, pleadings, and motions
• Prepare trial binders and exhibits
• Assist with trial preparation, including witness coordination and legal research
• Manage case budgets and billing
• Proactively identify and address potential issues

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of US law firm experience as a Litigation Paralegal, preferably in medical malpractice defense
• Strong understanding of legal processes and procedures
• Excellent legal research and writing skills
• Proficient in case management software and legal research databases (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis)
• Familiarity with TrialPad is a plus
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and take initiative

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of $65,000 - $82,000 (DOE) with potential for overtime pay
• Annual bonuses averaging 11% – 15% of salary (based on billable hours and performance)
• Profit sharing program (3% - 5% of salary every year) in lieu of a traditional 401K plan
• Standard benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and life insurance
• First-class, 24-hour gym membership
• Rooftop deck with frequent social events
• Paid time off (PTO) accrual based on hours worked
• 40 hours of paid sick leave that carries over year-to-year
• Discounted parking is available in the building garage
• Opportunity to earn hybrid work privileges (3 days in office, 2 days WFH) after 3+ months of successful onboarding
• Flexible start time (7:30 am – 9:00 am)
• Friendly and collaborative work environment

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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