Litigation Paralegal Jobs in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Title	Paralegal
Experience	5+ Years
Description	Ropes & Gray LLP Litigation Paralegal (Mid Level) Category: Legal Services Department: Legal Services Locations: Chicago, IL Posted: Jul 16, '12 Type: Full-time Non-Exempt E-mail to a friend About Ropes and Gray: Ropes & Gray is a leading national, and increasingly international, law firm. It is consistently recognized as a top-ten player in its Private Equity, Investment Management, Intellectual Property, Government Enforcement, Life Sciences, Securities Litigation, and Complex Business Litigation practices, among others. The firm has a strong track record of growth and accomplishment. Building around its leading national practices the firm has, in the last five years, quadrupled its New York presence, doubled its California presence, and opened an office in Chicago. The firm has also grown internationally, adding offices in Tokyo, Hong Kong, London, and Shanghai. Job Description: JOB SUMMARY: Participates as a team member and assists attorneys, senior paralegals and litigation technology professionals in various litigation matters by playing a key role in the work required to support the firm's clients. This hands-on position provides support as an integral part of strategizing case file and process management through all stages of litigation. Manages and utilizes automated litigation support tools. Substantial IP litigation experience required. Availability for overtime and flexibility for travel are required. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Creates and implements paper and electronic document collection, review and production systems and tracking documents with minimal supervision. 2. Assists attorneys in reviewing documents for privilege and drafts privilege logs for production to opposing party. 3. Understands intermediate e-discovery and computer forensics concepts such as litigation holds, preservation of data and chain of custody in day-to-day work. 4. Creates and implements case file and organizational systems for electronic and paper case files and workrooms. 5. Prepares for and attends depositions, hearings, trials and arbitrations. 6. Coordinates automated litigation support projects through utilization of technology, including, but not limited to, database management software (web or in-house) and LiveNote. Demonstrates ability to manage utilization of litigation databases by case team. 7. Compiles, reviews and analyzes documents as required by attorneys specific to case issues and determines necessary information. 8. Delegates to, supervises and mentors junior paralegals, case assistants and temporary staff. 9. Performs research (factual, legal, internet, and other) to identify issues and relevant matters; prepare compilation of findings. 10. Assists with preparation of court filings including, but not limited to, cite and fact checking legal briefs, confirming proper Bluebook citation, and assembling of exhibits and appendices. 11. Understands mechanics of e-filing and e-files with courts and agencies. 12. Communicates, corresponds and interacts with clients and outside entities, such as, government entities, expert witnesses, vendors, corporations and other law firms to gather information or data. 13. Serves as factual resource on cases and demonstrates knowledge of case documents. 14. Complies with department and firm administrative procedures and policies. 15. Assists with department projects as needed and performs other work-related duties as assigned by the Paralegal Supervisor. 16. Responsible for billing a minimum of 1600 hours of client-related projects and other credited work. Requirements: ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES: * Able to maintain strict confidentiality of the firm's internal and personnel affairs and client information. Understands ethics of position including ethical rules in regards to confidentiality, billing and client representation and advocacy. * Collaborates effectively and professionally with clients and all levels of personnel, including attorneys, coworkers and administrators. * Owns professional development by seeking out feedback and learning new skills. * Possesses very strong oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate to attorneys and staff. * Must be a proactive, self-starter who understands the details within a much larger context. * Must be flexible in order to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands and opportunities. * Able to work under tight deadlines, handle multiple, detailed tasks simultaneously, prioritize appropriately and delegate to resources available. * Must be able to anticipate problems and issues and exercise independent judgment to make sound, justifiable decisions and take action in solving problems while knowing when and to whom to escalate issues. * Must deliver high quality work product and have the ability to follow up and follow through. * Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as a team player, in a fast-paced environment. * Able to work effectively in a multi-office environment and culturally and educationally diverse environment. * Must take ownership of deliverables and be accountable. * Able to travel nationally and internationally on short notice. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED Candidate must have a bachelor's degree and a minimum of five years solid litigation experience, particularly in IP litigation. Experience with database management software and medium case collection, review and production experience is required. The candidate must be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the litigation process and e-discovery. Trial experience is a plus. The position will have significant collaboration with lawyers, paralegals and litigation technology professionals and requires excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
City	Chicago
State	Illinois
Practice Area	Litigation
Source	Click Here To Apply Online
Firm Name	Ropes Gray LLP
Country	United States