We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join a legal team supporting complex dispute matters in Chicago, Illinois. This is a Contract position suited for someone who is detail oriented and can manage high-volume case activity, coordinate discovery efforts, and provide dependable support through all phases of litigation. The role requires strong organizational judgment, discretion with sensitive information, and the ability to keep attorneys informed on deadlines, progress, and next steps. Responsibilities: • Direct the day-to-day administration of active legal matters by maintaining well-structured case files and monitoring milestones, timelines, and deliverables. • Coordinate discovery activities from initial information gathering through final production, including working with clients, third parties, and external vendors to collect and organize records. • Use eDiscovery platforms to structure review workflows, refine search approaches, prepare review sets, and support efficient document analysis and production. • Prepare and format legal materials such as correspondence, court filings, exhibit sets, and supporting documentation, while confirming accuracy and procedural compliance. • Support hearings, trials, and related proceedings by organizing exhibits, preparing witness and client materials, and assisting the legal team on-site as needed. • Track incoming and outgoing documents carefully, including maintaining appropriate records for sensitive materials and ensuring file integrity throughout the matter lifecycle. • Partner with attorneys to summarize notices, assemble records for meetings or negotiations, and provide timely updates on case progress and pending deadlines. • Guide entry-level support staff or administrative team members when needed and contribute to improvements in litigation support and discovery processes. The pay range for this position is 35 to 38. Benefits available to contract/contract professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/contract professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.
- At least 5 years of paralegal experience supporting litigation, investigations, or other complex legal matters.
- Strong background in discovery management, document review coordination, and trial or hearing preparation.
- Experience working with eDiscovery tools and case management software in a fast-paced legal environment.
- Ability to conduct legal and factual research and assist with cite checking, document organization, and procedural deadline tracking.
- Comfortable interacting with attorneys, clients, vendors, court personnel, and other external parties in a detail-oriented manner.
- Demonstrated ability to safeguard confidential information and manage sensitive records with a high level of discretion.
- Prior exposure to government-related or criminal matters is helpful; tax controversy experience is beneficial but not required.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking skills with the ability to handle competing priorities effectively.