Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
Litigation Paralegal – Chicago (On-site)
Summary:
The Chicago office of Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP is looking for an entry-level Litigation Paralegal to support the Litigation group. Willkie is an elite international law firm of approximately 1,200 lawyers located in 13 offices in six countries.
The Litigation Paralegal will be responsible for providing organizational and project based support to the Senior Litigation Paralegals and attorneys from case inception through case closure. Additionally they will be responsible for the coordination of all details before, during and after trial. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of one years of relevant experience.This role requires you in the office a minimum five days a week. Ideal start date is May 29th or June 5th 2023.
At Willkie, we believe great people are the key to our success. As such, we are offering a highly competitive compensation package with exceptional benefits. If you are looking to work in a friendly, collaborative environment that affords unique opportunities to expand your professional development, this role is for you.
Responsibilities:
- Have a sense of accountability and ownership for assigned projects;
- Have excellent written and communication skills;
- Flexible to work overtime as needed to meet business and client needs;
- Have a strong attention to detail;
- Have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate with individuals of all levels within the firm in a courteous and professional manner
- Have excellent organizational skills, including the ability to work concurrently on a variety of matters and manage time and expectations;
- Have strong administrative, analytical, organizational and researching skills
- Have the ability to work well under pressure and ability to interface with high level attorneys and clients.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree with high academic standing
- Willingness to commit two years prior to law school
- Ability to commute to the Chicago office Monday through Friday
ADA Requirements:
- Ability to sit at a desk most of the working day and walk short distances
- Needs manual dexterity, speed and accuracy in handling office equipment
- Ability to work efficiently and accurately in an atmosphere of frequent interruption
- Ability to work in close proximity to other individuals
- Ability to carry light to moderate objects, e.g., files, small objects and supplies a short distance
- Must be able to lift, carry and move objects up to 15lbs
Employment Status:
- Non-Exempt
- On-site/ In-Person
The salary range for this role is $50,000 – $55,000 annually and represents the Firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications and location.
Willkie requires all personnel be vaccinated against COVID-19, and if eligible, have received one booster shot, in order to access the Firm’s offices, attend Firm events or meet in person with other Firm personnel and/or clients. This position will require physical presence in Willkie’s offices. . The Firm will keep all vaccination information, as well as any medical information, if applicable, confidential in accordance with applicable law.
Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP is an Equal Opportunity employer.We do not discriminate based upon actual or perceived: race, color, age, religious creed, citizenship, citizenship status and alienage, nationality, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity or creed, disability, genetic information or medical condition, pregnancy or maternity, paternity, marital or civil partnership status, caregiver status, gender (including gender identity, expression, nonconformity, gender reassignment or status as a transgender individual), sex, sexual orientation or preference, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let the hiring manager know.