Litigation Paralegal

About Johnson & Bell, Trial Lawyers

Established in 1975, Johnson & Bell is a prominent litigation firm in the Midwest known for managing high-profile cases that attract national attention. The firm represents clients in both federal and state courts across Illinois, Indiana, and nationwide. Areas of focus include product liability, medical malpractice, general negligence, transportation and construction accidents, and complex commercial litigation. The attorneys at Johnson & Bell consistently receive accolades from respected organizations such as Best Lawyers, Legal 500, Chambers, and Super Lawyers for their outstanding trial advocacy. The firm maintains a reputation for being rigorously prepared and active in courtroom litigation within Illinois and Indiana.

Role Overview

We are recruiting experienced Litigation Paralegals for our Chicago and Northern Indiana (Crown Point) offices. Candidates must have a minimum of three years’ civil litigation experience. The role entails direct collaboration with attorneys and support teams throughout all stages of clients’ legal matters. Key duties include performing legal research, composing pleadings and motions, managing e-discovery, organizing case documentation, and assisting with trial-related tasks.

For the Northern Indiana position, additional duties involve drafting discovery, reviewing and compiling production documents, obtaining medical records, aiding in trial preparations by researching and engaging expert witnesses, developing medical chronologies and summary reports, and preparing deposition synopses. Proficiency in MS Word, meticulous attention to detail, and excellent communication and organizational skills are critical. Prior trial experience is advantageous.

Both positions demand full-time commitment initially onsite, with opportunities for hybrid work arrangements following a period of training and performance evaluation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; paralegal certification is preferred.
• At least 3 years of civil litigation experience, particularly in medical malpractice, product or premises liability, or toxic torts.
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft 365 and document review software platforms.
• Proficient legal research skills using Lexis-Nexis.
• Experience handling legal case management and document review workflows.
• Knowledgeable about litigation procedures.
• Experience with Odyssey e-filing system and familiarity with federal court filing and Rule 26 disclosures is beneficial.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills, along with the ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys and support staff.
• Demonstrated professional judgment, discretion, and dedication to ethical standards and client service.