Litigation Department Supervisor/Senior Paralegal at Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit
Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit · Lincolnshire, United States Of America · Hybrid
- Senior
- Office in Lincolnshire
Description
Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit is growing! A well-established and leading law firm specializing in the representation of homeowner, condominium, and community associations is seeking a Department Supervisor/Senior Paralegal for our Litigation Department. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of paralegal experience, including prior experience in a supervisory role. The Department Supervisor/Senior Paralegal will be responsible for a wide range of duties, including billable paralegal work as well as non-billable managerial and administrative tasks.
The hours for this exempt position are 9:00am to 5:00pm, Monday- Friday. The starting hourly rate for this role is $38.47, contingent upon level of experience. KSN offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, basic life/AD & D coverage, voluntary life insurance, critical illness, accident, hospital, and a retirement plan for eligible employees.
The position requires a minimum of 60-90 days of in-office training. After successfully completing this period, the role will transition to a hybrid schedule with one in-office day required per week. The requirement will be discussed more during the interview process.
To be considered for this position, you MUST apply at the link below:
Requirements
Duties/Responsibilities:
· Draft various pleadings, motions, and other legal documents as needed.
· Prepare and respond to written discovery requests and oversee the assembly and management of document production.
· Supervise and manage the work of department paralegals and legal assistants to ensure quality, accuracy, adherence to deadlines, and compliance with established procedures.
· Perform the duties of department paralegals and legal assistants in their absence.
· Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve inquiries or concerns from property managers and board members.
· Provide guidance to department staff on handling complex issues and assist with resolving escalated complaints or disputes.
· Implement corporate and departmental policies, procedures, and standards in coordination with management.
· Address performance issues with employees, identify root causes, and work toward effective resolutions.
· Train and mentor department staff on job responsibilities, company policies, and best practices.
· Distribute workload equally and ensure a consistent and efficient workflow.
· Arrange coverage and backup support for staff as needed.
· Assist in interviewing and hiring new team members.
· Lead or actively participate in the implementation of new initiatives and department-wide programs.
· Collaborate closely with the Litigation Department Attorney Manager and participate in department meetings.
· Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Litigation Department Attorney Manager.
· Manage firm user accounts for LexisAdvance, Smartbooks, Microbilt, SearchBug, and DuPage County CRIS.
· Oversee the Litigation Department’s Odyssey, i2File, and Cook County Sheriff e-filing accounts.
· Maintain and update department library publications.
Qualifications/Competencies:
· Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 10 years of practical litigation experience as a paralegal.
· Proven experience in a supervisory or leadership role.
· Proficiency with department-related software and technology preferred, including LexisAdvance, Westlaw, iManage, Juris, Juris Suite, Vision, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, Relativity, Scarab, and other relevant tools.
· Strong drafting and legal writing skills.
· Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
· Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
· Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while handling complex tasks and meeting daily deadlines.
· Ability to quickly learn and adapt to specialized firm software.
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