Join Fish's Chicago team in our fast-paced Litigation Practice Systems Department as a
Litigation Legal Assistant/Paralegal.
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How Will You Make a Difference?- Coordinate creation of case management repository for new matters and carry primary responsibility for case file organization, including but not limited to prompt ECF downloading and distribution.
- Generate and format legal documents; prepare and organize exhibits and finalize for filing and service; coordinate with local counsel and process server.
- Electronically file court papers, remaining current in the nuances of electronic filing rules in pertinent jurisdictions to ensure successful submissions.
- Inform the Litigation Docketing Department ("LDD") when any new matter is opened; promptly email all filed, served and received documents, party agreements, discovery requests, deposition notices, etc., to the LDD inbox; work closely with LDD to ensure workflow needs are met.
- Schedule and coordinate depositions, including maintenance of deposition calendar, transcript processing, and distribution of transcripts and errata sheets to witnesses.
- Communicate with expert witnesses, coordinate logistics and assist with expert report drafting.
- Communicate with clients; answer or direct inquiries.
- Participate in pre-trial planning, coordinate trial logistics and participate in trial events, including on-site support and post-trial shut down.
What Will You Bring to the Table?- Minimum of 3 years' litigation paralegal experience in a law firm environment, with the focus on legal services delivery.
- Experience with patent litigation is preferred.
- Ability to change and adapt to current and future responsibilities and circumstances.
- Occasional travel is required in this position.
- This is a hybrid role requiring the ability to work in the Chicago office a minimum of 2 days per week or more as needed
Why Fish?When you join our team, we offer:
- Competitive pay and discretionary bonus opportunities along with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
- Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution
- A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care, as well as health and wellness initiatives
- A positive culture ranked as one of the best in the country in Vault's 2026 law firm survey
- In Chicago, the estimated starting pay range is $33.84 - $59.49 per hour (based on a 37.5-hour workweek), which is equivalent to $66,000 - $116,000 annually. Final compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including education, experience, skills, professional background, and overall qualifications.
Our Commitment to DiversityAs a firm that serves the world's greatest visionaries, we know that creativity and innovation are the result of seeing the world from multiple different perspectives. Having a diverse team enhances the quality of legal services we provide to our clients, sustains our standing as a premier IP law firm, and strengthens the fabric of our firm.
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