<p>Litigation Paralegal - Defense</p> <p>Location: Chicago, IL (hybrid potential)</p> <p>Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000 (DOE)</p> <p>LHH is partnering with a well-established defense litigation firm seeking a seasoned Litigation Paralegal to support complex municipal and governmental defense matters. This role supports attorneys handling high-exposure cases involving public entities and requires strong command of discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation in both state and federal courts.</p> <p>This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal who enjoys hands-on involvement in large-scale, document-intensive litigation and is comfortable working under tight deadlines on matters with significant procedural and evidentiary demands.</p> <p>What You'll Do</p> <ul> <li> <p>Support defense counsel on municipal and governmental litigation from case inception through resolution</p> </li><li> <p>Manage litigation workflows for complex matters, including discovery strategy support, motion practice, and trial preparation</p> </li><li> <p>Draft, review, and file pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and written discovery in state and federal courts</p> </li><li> <p>Handle state and federal e-filings, including PACER and local court systems</p> </li><li> <p>Coordinate large-volume document collection, review, and production, including privilege tracking</p> </li><li> <p>Prepare deposition and trial materials such as exhibit lists, witness files, and trial binders</p> </li><li> <p>Maintain and organize case files, discovery databases, and litigation calendars</p> </li><li> <p>Communicate with courts, opposing counsel, municipal departments, and third-party vendors as needed</p> </li></ul> <p>What They're Looking For</p> <ul> <li> <p>5+ years of litigation paralegal experience, defense-side strongly preferred</p> </li><li> <p>Experience supporting large, complex matters; municipal or governmental defense experience is a plus</p> </li><li> <p>Strong working knowledge of Illinois state and federal court procedures</p> </li><li> <p>Comfortable managing document-heavy cases and strict litigation deadlines</p> </li><li> <p>Proficient with e-filing platforms, document management systems, and Microsoft Office</p> </li><li> <p>Exceptionally organized, detail-driven, and proactive</p> </li><li> <p>Able to manage multiple deadlines and priorities with minimal oversight</p> </li></ul> <p>Benefits</p> <ul> <li> <p>Medical, dental, and vision insurance</p> </li><li> <p>401(k) plan with employer match</p> </li></ul> <p>Pay Details: $80,000.00 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>