National plaintiffs’ law firm is seeking a full-time paralegal for Alton, Illinois office. This position provides general support to asbestos litigation efforts. The role focuses on filing and amending complaints, filing and tracking discovery, filing and tracking motions, and all aspects of case administration.

Hours | Full-time, 40 hours
Pay/Wages | $22-$30/hour

Position Responsibilities:

• File and amend complaints.
• File discovery responses.
• Coordinate deposition calendaring.
• Draft and file deposition notices.
• Case coordination and communication with other departments within the firm
• Calculate and advise of deadlines for any motions filed by defense.
• File motions
• Calendar motion responses
• Prepare exhibits.
• Additional administrative tasks include, scheduling appointments/depositions, arranging travel plans.

Position Requirements:

• Excellent typing, interpersonal, organizational and phone skills
• Attention to detail.
• Overtime will be required.
• High sense of urgency and organization
• Proficiency with Excel, Word and Outlook

Education and Experience:

• 6+ years’ experience as Legal Assistant/Paralegal
• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or Paralegal Certificate
• Prior personal injury or asbestos experience is ideal.
• Firm cannot consider candidates with prior asbestos defense litigation experience due to conflicts.

How to Apply?

Email | HR@simmonsfirm.com