Paralegal

at  Robert Half

Robert Half is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join our clients team in Park Ridge, Illinois. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting our attorneys in various litigation matters, focusing primarily on Mortgage Foreclosure cases. Your responsibilities will involve strategizing case file and process management throughout all litigation stages, preparing for and attending legal proceedings, and communicating with external entities to gather necessary information.

REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to work in a team and meet deadlines
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to multitask
Previous experience in a Paralegal role for a minimum of three years
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Understanding of Foreclosure procedures
Knowledge of e-File systems
Experience in handling Discovery processes in legal cases
Proven ability to prepare and manage Trial Exhibits
Demonstrated problem-solving skills
Bachelor’s degree in Law or related field is preferred
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Participates as a team member and assists attorneys, senior paralegals in various litigation matters by playing a key role in the work required to support the firm’s client
This hands-on position provides support as an integral part of strategizing case file and process management through all stages of litigation
Focus on Mortgage Foreclosure cases
Track documents with minimal supervision
Assist attorneys in reviewing documents and prepare for depositions, hearings, trials, and arbitrations
Compile, review, and analyze documents as required by attorneys specific to case issues
Perform factual, legal, and internet research to identify issues and relevant matters, and prepare compilations of findings
Assist with the preparation of court filings, including fact-checking legal briefs and assembling exhibits and appendices
Understand the mechanics of e-filing and e-file with courts and agencies
Communicate, correspond, and interact with clients and outside entities to gather information or data