Senior Paralegal
Senior Paralegal
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Job Description
Location: Nicor Gas HQ Naperville IL ( Hybrid)
Experience Level: 1015 Years
Job Summary:
A Senior Paralegal with 10 to 15 years of experience is a highly skilled and seasoned legal professional who plays a critical role in supporting attorneys and legal teams. This position requires advanced legal knowledge strong leadership abilities and exceptional organizational skills to manage complex legal matters across a variety of practice areas. The Senior Paralegal is a trusted advisor who ensures the highest standards of accuracy compliance and confidentiality.
Key Responsibilities:
Legal Research & Documentation
Conduct indepth legal research using tools such as Westlaw LexisNexis and public records databases.
Draft edit and proofread complex legal documents including pleadings contracts agreements motions and briefs ensuring clarity and legal compliance.
Case & File Management
Maintain comprehensive case files ensuring accurate documentation of all correspondence filings exhibits and evidence.
Manage case calendars and docket schedules for court deadlines hearings and depositions.
Client & Court Interaction
Act as a primary liaison with clients witnesses experts and opposing counsel.
Coordinate and file legal documents with courts agencies and efiling platforms.
Discovery & Trial Preparation
Lead discovery processes including document collection review production and drafting of discovery requests and responses.
Manage preparation for depositions and hearings including organizing exhibits and witness materials.
Legal Technology & Billing
Utilize advanced legal software document management systems and ediscovery tools.
Oversee legal billing processes reviewing invoices and tracking billable time and project costs.
Compliance & Mentorship
Stay current on legal and regulatory changes and advise legal teams on compliance implications.
Mentor and supervise junior paralegals and legal support staff ensuring highquality work output and adherence to legal best practices.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Legal Studies or related field.
Paralegal certification (e.g. NALA NFPA or ABAapproved program) preferred.
1015 years of paralegal experience in a law firm corporate legal department or government agency.
Mastery of legal research platforms (e.g. Westlaw LexisNexis) and case management systems.
Indepth knowledge of court rules legal procedures and jurisdictional filing requirements.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong command of legal writing and document preparation.
Proven ability to manage multiple complex cases simultaneously under tight deadlines.
Strong commitment to ethical standards and client confidentiality.
Core Competencies:
Advanced legal research and drafting
Project and case management
Litigation support and trial prep
Team leadership and mentorship
Client service and professional communication
Legal compliance and risk awareness
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Contract
