Legal Practice Assistant-Commercial Litigation

The Chicago office of Cozen O’Connor is seeking an experienced commercial litigation paralegal.  The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience with strong organizational and interpersonal skills.   This paralegal must be comfortable prioritizing and balancing a variety of tasks. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is willing to work flexible hours and overtime as needed.  The firm is offering a hybrid work schedule of 3 days in the office, 2 days remote for all paralegals.
  
Come and work with one of the top 100 law firms in the country and Newsweek's 2025's America's Most Loved Workplaces. 

 

 

• Assist attorneys in all stages of litigation.
• Assist in preparing and filing (including e-filing) of legal documents in state and federal court.
• Case file management (create, organize, track and maintain files; monitor calendars and meeting deadlines; document actions; input information into file database and case management software).
• Document management including, but not limited to, review of documents, proofreading, bate labeling, organization of documents and compiling information for discovery responses, pleadings, and motions.
• Perform factual research and investigation.
• Lead subpoena and third-party records retrieval efforts.
• Draft correspondence and memoranda for attorneys as requested.
• Familiarity with e-discovery, including the technical aspects of collecting, reviewing, and producing electronically stored information (state and federal court).
• Experience in Relativity, LiveNote, Case/Time Map, Summation, Adobe Acrobat, and Trial Director is a plus. 
• Trial preparation and attendance at trial (organizing evidence, preparing exhibits, scheduling witnesses, ensuring that witnesses are ready when needed). 
  Skilled at entering time in billing systems such as InTapp so that entries are not deducted for vague time entry descriptions or time that is excessive. 

 

 

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a legal environment
• A four-year college degree and/or paralegal certificate required.
• Experience handling Commercial litigation as well as trial experience is preferred 
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build a rapport with team and clients.
• Detail oriented, able to work independently, and possess excellent organizational and written/oral communication skills.
• Track record of juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
   

Known for its commitment to action and tangible results, Cozen O'Connor has rapidly grown to become one of North America's fastest-growing law firms. Offering full-service expertise in litigation, business law, and government relations, the firm serves a diverse clientele, including global Fortune 500 companies, growing middle-market firms, startups, and high-profile individuals. Founded in 1970, Cozen O’Connor has over 825 attorneys practicing internationally in 31 cities across North America and Europe. The firm is consistently ranked among the top 100 law firms in America and has received recognition from prestigious legal and business organizations such as Chambers & Partners, The American Lawyer, The Legal 500, and Best Lawyers. Cozen O'Connor is dedicated to excellence and strives to achieve the right results for its clients, no matter how complex or critical the legal challenges may be.

Cozen O’Connor is committed to fostering greater inclusion in the legal profession. We understand the organizational effectiveness that comes from welcoming and valuing differences within the firm, and we know that assembling a team with a breadth of perspectives and experience is necessary to provide the highest quality legal service. We encourage candidates to apply and join us in this effort.

Cozen O'Connor actively welcomes applicants who have previously left the workforce and are looking to return to their careers. Gaps in experience are not penalized. Cozen O’Connor is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.