<p>Litigation Paralegal - Employment Law (Plaintiff-Side)</p> <p>Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid)</p> <p>Compensation: Estimated $70,000-$120,000 annually, commensurate with experience</p> <p>A well-established Chicago law firm is seeking an experienced Plaintiff-Side Employment Law Litigation Paralegal to join its team. This role supports attorneys handling a wide range of employment matters and is ideal for a detail-oriented, proactive paralegal with experience managing cases from intake through resolution.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Provide comprehensive litigation support in plaintiff-side employment law matters</p> </li><li> <p>Assist with cases involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage and hour, and related claims</p> </li><li> <p>Draft, file, and manage pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and discovery responses</p> </li><li> <p>Maintain case files, track deadlines, and manage litigation calendars</p> </li><li> <p>Organize, review, and summarize personnel files, employment records, and discovery materials</p> </li><li> <p>Assist with depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation</p> </li><li> <p>Communicate with clients, court personnel, experts, and opposing counsel</p> </li><li> <p>Handle state and federal court filings, including e-filing</p> </li></ul> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li> <p>5+ years of litigation paralegal experience; employment law experience strongly preferred</p> </li><li> <p>Plaintiff-side employment law experience highly desirable</p> </li><li> <p>Strong knowledge of Illinois and federal court procedures</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to manage multiple cases and priorities in a fast-paced environment</p> </li><li> <p>Excellent written, organizational, and communication skills</p> </li><li> <p>Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management software</p> </li></ul> <p>Compensation & Benefits:</p> <p>This posting is a representative sample of the types of roles we typically place with our clients. Depending on the specific client, location, and role, the salary range is estimated to be $70,000 - $120,000.</p> <p>Benefit offerings may include:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Medical, dental, and vision insurance</p> </li><li> <p>Life insurance</p> </li><li> <p>Short-term disability</p> </li><li> <p>Additional voluntary benefit options</p> </li><li> <p>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</p> </li><li> <p>Commuter benefits</p> </li><li> <p>401(k) plan</p> </li></ul> <p>Our benefits program provides employees the flexibility to choose coverage that best fits their individual needs.</p> <p>Available paid leave may include:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Paid Sick Leave (where required by law)</p> </li><li> <p>Any other paid leave mandated by Federal, State, or local laws</p> </li><li> <p>Holiday pay (upon meeting eligibility criteria)</p> </li></ul> <p>What the Firm Offers:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Competitive compensation based on experience</p> </li><li> <p>Comprehensive benefits package</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborative, supportive work environment</p> </li><li> <p>Long-term growth and stability</p> </li></ul> <p>Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $120,000.00 per year</p> <p>Search managed by: Katie Soderberg</p> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled</p> <p>Military connected talent encouraged to apply</p> <p>To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy</p> <p>The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:</p> <ul> <li>The California Fair Chance Act </li><li>Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance </li><li>Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers </li><li>San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance </li></ul> <p>Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.</p>