Litigation Paralegal - Chicago

Responsibilities

• Manage the full discovery process, including drafting, reviewing, and responding to discovery requests, coordinating document productions, and maintaining privilege logs.
• Provide comprehensive litigation support including legal research, deposition preparation, trial preparation, and post-trial filings.
• Oversee matter and case management, including organizing case files, maintaining litigation calendars, and tracking deadlines.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and outside counsel to ensure timely and accurate handling of litigation matters.
• Maintain and organize litigation records, filings, and correspondence in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal, with demonstrated expertise in full-cycle discovery and case management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools; experience with litigation support software and document management systems.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working in a AmLaw200 firm or in-house legal department supporting litigation and corporate legal matters.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with attorneys, clients, and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in managing litigation databases, e-discovery platforms, and case tracking systems.

Pay

The estimated total compensation for full-time Axiom attorney roles is $104,500-325,000 per year and for non-attorney roles is $71,250-309,750 per year. Compensation decisions are based on various factors, including, but not limited to, experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs.

Schedule

Employees may be eligible for additional benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays and PTO; flexible work arrangements; and professional development opportunities and tools.

About Axiom

For over 25 years, Axiom has pioneered the alternative legal services industry, now serving more than 1,500 legal departments globally with our unique blend of world-class legal talent and advanced AI tools, delivering innovative solutions ranging from that combine top-tier talent with cutting-edge technology. We tackle complex legal matters across 12 practice areas for clients ranging from Fortune 100 to SMBs, empowering our legal professionals to engage in meaningful work that advances their careers.

Diversity & Inclusion

Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender identity status, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Background Check & Legal Authorization

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, NY Fair Chance Act, and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Axiom will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who require accommodations to participate in each stage of the recruitment process.