Senior Arbitration Paralegal
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onMonroe Harbor, 400, East Monroe Street, Jewelers Row, Loop, Chicago, South Chicago Township, Cook County, Illinois, 60603, United States
About the Firm
Keller Postman represents a broad array of clients in class and mass actions, individual arbitrations, and multidistrict litigation matters. With a particular emphasis on large-scale arbitration proceedings, we represent hundreds of thousands of clients across mass arbitration dockets, as well as high-profile mass tort, antitrust, privacy, product liability, employment, and consumer-rights matters. Our firm also acts as plaintiffs' counsel in high-stakes public-enforcement actions.
Our mission is to achieve exceptional results for our clients, drive innovation in the practice of law, and pursue unparalleled excellence in everything we do.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Monroe Harbor, 400, East Monroe Street, Jewelers Row, Loop, Chicago, South Chicago Township, Cook County, Illinois, 60603, United States
Chicago, Illinois
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleCoordinate and assign tasks to paralegals and legal assistants across large arbitration dockets
- check_circleManage all phases of arbitration matters from demand preparation through post-award administration
- check_circleTrack and manage high-volume arbitration filings, deadlines, and procedural requirements across multiple jurisdictions
- check_circleCoordinate arbitrator selection processes including strike lists, rankings, and communications with administrators
- check_circleSupport hearing preparation by organizing exhibits, witness materials, and managing hearing logistics
- check_circleMaintain and oversee large datasets related to arbitration claims ensuring accuracy in client information and status
- check_circleConduct factual and legal research to support arbitration strategy and case development
- check_circleCite-check legal documents and ensure compliance with applicable arbitration rules and procedural requirements
- check_circleDevelop and implement scalable processes and workflows to efficiently manage high-volume arbitration matters
- check_circleCommunicate with arbitration forums, opposing counsel, clients, experts, and vendors as needed
- check_circleCoordinate cross-functionally with internal teams to streamline arbitration processes
- check_circleMentor and train paralegals and legal assistants on arbitration-specific processes and workflows
Requirements
- verifiedMinimum of 6 years of paralegal experience
- verifiedAssociate's or bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred
- verifiedFamiliarity with California court rules and procedures
- verifiedProficiency in Microsoft Office and legal systems (NetDocuments, PACER, Westlaw)
Nice to Have
Bluebook familiarity. Experience supporting high-volume or mass arbitration matters. Experience working with arbitration platforms (e.g., AAA, JAMS) and/or high-volume filing systems. Associate's or bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleYear-end discretionary bonus
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Microsoft Office, Word, Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint, Netdocuments, Pacer, Westlaw, Bluebook, California Court Rules.
Education: Associate's degree preferred; Bachelor's degree preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Senior Arbitration Paralegal at Keller Postman LLC
What does a Senior Arbitration Paralegal at Keller Postman LLC do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Senior Arbitration Paralegal at Keller Postman LLC will coordinate and assign tasks to paralegals and legal assistants across large arbitration dockets; manage all phases of arbitration matters from demand preparation through post-award administration; track and manage high-volume arbitration filings, deadlines, and procedural requirements across multiple jurisdictions; and coordinate arbitrator selection processes including strike lists, rankings, and communications with administrators.
What are the requirements for this Senior Arbitration Paralegal role?expand_more
To qualify for the Senior Arbitration Paralegal at Keller Postman LLC position, applicants should have: Minimum of 6 years of paralegal experience; Associate's or bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred; Familiarity with California court rules and procedures; and Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal systems (NetDocuments, PACER, Westlaw).
Where is the Senior Arbitration Paralegal role at Keller Postman LLC located?expand_more
Senior Arbitration Paralegal at Keller Postman LLC is based in Monroe Harbor, 400, East Monroe Street, Jewelers Row, Loop, Chicago, South Chicago Township, Cook County, Illinois, 60603, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Keller Postman LLC has listed this Senior Arbitration Paralegal role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Senior Arbitration Paralegal role?expand_more
Senior Arbitration Paralegal at Keller Postman LLC typically requires 6+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for Senior Arbitration Paralegal at Keller Postman LLC include Microsoft Office; Word; Outlook; Excel; Powerpoint; Netdocuments; Pacer; and Westlaw.
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Educational requirements for this role: Associate's degree preferred; and Bachelor's degree preferred.
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Senior Arbitration Paralegal at Keller Postman LLC is part of the legal job category on Recrutus.