The Firm's Chicago office seeks a Paralegal to provide full spectrum
support for our growing general liability and products liability
defense practice. This practice is focused on the defense of complex
product liability matters (environmental, asbestos, talc, etc.) and
commercial disputes, working with policyholders, brokers, London
Market, and other domestic and international insurers in this space
and in relation to other latent type insurance claims.
Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Drafting and sending assorted documents to clients, counsel and
courts as needed, such as correspondence, deposition notices,
briefs, motions, orders, petitions, and discovery
Filing and service of all documents
Managing case deadlines across multiple cases filed in different jurisdictions
Maintain a very busy caseload
Assisting in document review and organization
Preparing privilege logs
Assisting with depositions and digesting deposition transcripts
Case maintenance (organization of files such as correspondence,
pleadings, discovery, etc.)
Reviewing court dockets
Assisting with witness interviews and communications
Coordinating expert retention and medical defenses
Calendar maintenance
Required Qualifications
College Graduate
Strong academic credentials
Strong written and communication skills
Intellectual curiosity
Well-developed organization and time management skills
Initiative
Focus on objectives
Ability to handle a fast-paced environment
Willing and able to learn new software
Some prior litigation paralegal experience a plus but is not necessary.
Clyde & Co is a leading global law firm, helping organizations
successfully navigate risk and maximize opportunity in the sectors
that underpin global trade and commercial activity. When you work at
Clyde & Co, you join a team of 490 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200
legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and
associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that guide
the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavors and strengthen our
delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel
with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to
operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and
inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves.
Benefits offered include flexible time off; medical, dental, and
vision insurance; 401K Safe Harbor contribution; Life/AD&D
Disability; Flexible Spending Account; Supplemental Medical Accident
Insurance; Supplemental Critical Illness Insurance; Employee
Assistance Program; Pet Insurance; Commuter Benefits.
Principals Only
It is the policy of the Firm to recruit, hire, promote, reassign,
compensate and train highly qualified persons without regard to race,
color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis
protected by applicable law.
How to Apply
Thank you for your interest in Clyde & Co US LLP. Please submit a
cover letter and resume to apply.
This is the job description as constituted at present; however, the
Firm reserves the right to reasonably amend it in accordance with the
changing needs of the business.
