Position Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Co-Litigation Manager to oversee our legal team and ensure efficient and effective operation of our litigation department. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities, exceptional organizational skills, and a deep understanding of litigation processes and procedures. This role requires someone who can effectively manage multiple priorities, foster a collaborative work environment, and drive results through effective management and strategic planning.
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide strong leadership and direction to the litigation team, including attorneys, paralegals, and support staff.
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Make recommendations regarding additional training, oversight, or other needed support for the department.
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Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide feedback, coaching, and training as needed.
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Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages teamwork, innovation, and professional growth.
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Oversee the management of all litigation cases from inception to resolution, ensuring adherence to deadlines, and client expectations.
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Develop and implement case management strategies and best practices to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.
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Monitor case progress, identify potential issues, and implement solutions to ensure successful outcomes.
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Collaborate with attorneys to develop case strategies, prepare for hearings and trials, and manage discovery processes.
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Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards governing litigation practice.
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Implement and maintain policies and procedures to mitigate legal and financial risk for the firm and its clients.
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Stay abreast of industry trends, developments, and best practices related to litigation management and incorporate them into department operations.
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Set clear goals and objectives for the department and individual team members.
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Participate in interviewing and making hiring recommendations.
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Working knowledge of personal injury law involving motor vehicle collisions.
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Maintain a professional appearance and behavior.
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Timecard management for the Chicago Litigation employees.
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Assess and make recommendations of personnel termination, when needed.
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Performs other duties as required.
Qualifications:
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Minimum of 5 years of experience in a plaintiff’s personal injury law firm
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Exceptional verbal and written communication skills on the phone, in person and email
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Excellent time management, multi-tasking, and critical thinking abilities
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Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Case Management software
Education Requirements:
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College degree or comparable paralegal certification and experience
Physical Requirements:
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Office environment with normal business hours necessary to satisfactorily perform job functions.
- Stationary Position – Must be able to remain in a stationary position up to 50% of the time.
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Move or Traverse – This position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, meeting rooms, office machinery, etc. May occasionally ascends/descends the stairs to get to other floors, cafeteria and parking area.
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Dexterity – constantly operates a computer and other office machinery such as a copy machine/printer.
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Move, Transport, Position, Put, Install, Remove - Occasionally moves supplies weighing up to 10 pounds for various presentation and event needs.
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Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information - The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
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Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess - The ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Benefits and Perks:
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Medical, dental, vision
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Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance
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Company Paid STD (with no waiting period) and LTD Insurance
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Option to purchase additional Life and AD&D Insurance
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Voluntary Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage
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401(k) with company contributions
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Paid Time Off
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10 Company Holidays
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Tuition Reimbursement
