Paralegal - Litigation

The Litigation Paralegal will support attorneys in all phases of large scale, complex litigation, including research, drafting and preparing filings, trial preparation and support, and other case related tasks, primarily within the Product Liability and Mass Torts practice area team. The role requires regular overtime and will involve extended travel.Trial Preparation and SupportProvide trial preparation and on-site courtroom supportMaintain trial notebooks, exhibit binders and witness materialsCoordinate with trial support vendors including hot seat and graphic servicesOversee equipment logistics for courtroom and war room setup and troubleshootingCoordinate travel, lodging and related logistics with external service providersManage witness schedules, exhibit handling and other trial logisticsSupport attorneys during trial with document retrieval, exhibits and real time assistancePrepare demonstratives, exhibit lists, witness lists and related filingsAssist with PowerPoint presentations including graphics, slides and media editsMaintain familiarity with Trial Director and other trial presentation toolsCore Litigation and Case ManagementApply a comprehensive understanding of litigation workflows including motion practice, discovery management, trial preparation and appellate proceduresManage administrative tasks across all phases of a litigation matterInterpret and apply court rules, standing orders and filing requirementsBluebook, cite check and proofread briefs and other legal documentsPrioritize and manage multiple assignments within tight deadlinesDiscovery and DepositionsCoordinate and manage large scale document collection and productionPrepare deposition notices and subpoenas; organize, maintain and prepare deposition materials, exhibits and summaries; track deposition activitySupport preparation for fact and expert witness depositionsDocument, Research and Filing ManagementManage electronic and hard copy documents using Firm and client specific technologyAssist with transcript management using platforms such as Case Notebook and Opus2Use eDiscovery and case management tools including Relativity, Case Notebook, Trial Director and Adobe Acrobat ProConduct legal research using LexisNexis, Westlaw and online resourcesDraft, prepare and process documents for service and electronic filing in federal jurisdictions using Pacer and ECFCollaboration, Technology and Professional SkillsMaintain expertise in technology relevant to the position and apply current tools to enhance teamwork, client service and efficiencyDelegate tasks to and oversee the work of Project Assistants and temporary staffDemonstrate strong interpersonal skills when interacting with clients, attorneys and staffCommunicate clearly and effectively in written and verbal formatsPerform other duties as requested or assigned by an Attorney or team memberSalaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available, it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.$92,500-$143,400 if located in Washington, DCTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email employees should contact Human Resources).Education and/or Experience:Required:BA/BS with strong academic credentialsMinimum three years of paralegal experiencePrevious experience in a law firmProficient at Microsoft Office applications and eDiscovery softwarePreferred:Writing sample submitted with resumeMDL or life sciences backgroundMass torts experienceExperience handling medical recordsLarge case management backgroundParalegal certificate from an ABA accredited programOther Skills and Abilities:The following will also be required of the successful candidate:Strong organizational skillsStrong attention to detailGood judgmentStrong interpersonal communication skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAble to work harmoniously and effectively with othersAble to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretionAble to work under pressureAble to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and prioritiesLanguage Skills: Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, correspondence and memos. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with lawyers, staff, managers, clients, and the public. Ability to understand oral instructions and to ask for clarification when necessary. Ability to accurately classify, index, file and retrieve legal documents.Technical Skills: Ability to create, edit, print and save documents in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Ability to manage document collections in standard litigation support software.Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer#LI-GK1

Created: 2026-01-01