Paralegal - Chicago

The Cook Group is a law firm with offices in Chicago, New York City, California, St. Louis, Buffalo, Philadelphia, and Fort Lauderdale. We are a nationally ranked law firm, distinguished in our commitment to client service with formidable legal talent across multiple jurisdictions and disciplines. Within our walls are several of the nations most top-rated female attorneys as recognized by Thomson Reuters Super Lawyers 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023. The Cook Group is a LGBTQIA+ friendly, minority and women-owned law firm dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion within the practice of law while providing our clients with more modern, efficient, and effective legal representation. The Cook Group is Mansfield Rule Plus, Women's Business Enterprise National Council, and National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce certified.Our recruiting efforts are focused on individuals who have a thorough understanding of the law and our practice areas, superb communication skills, and those who thrive in a fast-paced, challenging work environment.Requirements:• We are seeking an experienced litigation paralegal to join our team in our Chicago office.• Must have 2 - 3 years defense litigation experience.• The ideal candidate must be organized and willing to showcase their legal skills and talent in a rewarding and fast-paced environment.• Must be eager to help litigate cases and manage clients in our team-oriented practice.• A self-starter, receptive to feedback and taking direction but also self-motivated to meet goals in a timely manner.• Superb writing and verbal communication skills.• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and time-management skills.• Ability to perform all aspects of the position satisfactorily while working independently and in a team-oriented environment.We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with a collaborative and supportive work environment. If you have the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:• Dental insurance• Health insurance• Paid time off• Parental leave• Retirement plan• Vision insurance

Created: 2025-02-25