Experience: 2-3 years
Location: St. Charles, IL
E-mail: careers@meyers-flowers.com
Area of Practice: Personal Injury
Paralegal/Legal Assistant
Meyers & Flowers is seeking a Litigation Paralegal needed for our fast-paced personal injury law firm. Our personal injury team is seeking a self- motivated person that is confident working independently as well as in a team environment and able to provide administrative support to trial attorneys. This full-time position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to anticipate litigation needs of a case in all stages of litigation.
As our Litigation Paralegal, you will be responsible for state and federal filings, docketing deadlines, preparing discovery, drafting correspondence, scheduling depositions, and client communications. Our team is looking for our newest addition to have a positive attitude and understand that the term paralegal also means the ability to perform under pressure while still knowing how to laugh when the day does not go as planned.
If you are enthusiastic, a team player, able to multi-task in a challenging environment, and are ready to hit the ground running to relentlessly pursue justice for your community, this is your opportunity.
Key Responsibilities:
E-file in state and federal courts.
Review, organize, and summarize reports and other case materials.
Prepare summons and complaints, answers to interrogatories, factsheets, exhibit lists, subpoenas and supporting materials for filing with the court.
Assist in deposition preparation, pre-trial investigations, and trial preparation.
Request necessary documents from clients to determine status of files.
Manage high volume of client calls, local counsel communications, and follow-ups to meet strict deadlines across multiple cases in different jurisdictions.
Work with attorneys and support staff to guide clients through their case and provide an exceptional level of customer service.
Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and maintain itineraries.
Job Requirements:
Minimum of 2-3 years of litigation and trial experience, preferably in a plaintiff's personal injury law firm. Experience supporting mass torts is highly desired.
Experience and knowledge of e-filing in state and federal courts.
Ability to learn quickly and be a problem solver who takes initiative to accomplish tasks with minimal supervision.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills on the phone, in person, and by email.
Preferred candidates have received their bachelor's degree or have completed an ABA-approved paralegal certificate program.
Proficient computer skills with the ability to adapt to a variety of systems, including Needles, Tabs, Microsoft Office, Westlaw, DocuSign, and Adobe Acrobat.
Schedule & Benefits:
Our team works exclusively from our St. Charles office Monday through Friday. Meyers & Flowers provides a comprehensive benefit package, which includes:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company-paid life insurance
401(k) retirement plan and profit-sharing
Paid time off
Additional Perks:
Paid holidays
Company outings and holiday events
Monthly birthday lunches
The opportunity for career development
Send resumes to Nicole at careers@meyers-flowers.com.
