Litigation Paralegal Manager

Overview

Foley & Lardner LLP is a great place to work because of what we do and how we do it. Here, your unique perspectives, experiences, and abilities will be embraced and developed, so you can excel. Being a part of Foley means having the opportunities and resources necessary to gain experience, advance professional goals, and forge meaningful connections. It’s a place where you can build your career and enjoy professionally satisfying work. We have over 2,300 people who are #HappyatFoley, and we think you will be too.

Foley & Lardner LLP is currently seeking a Manager of Litigation Paralegals to join our team! This position will be responsible for overseeing the nationwide team of Litigation Paralegals, including managing their performance, workflow, and professional development. The Manager will develop and implement policies and procedures to optimize efficiency, enhance utilization, and maintain high standards for the quality of litigation support services delivered across the firm. The successful candidate will ensure the alignment of team operations with the firm's goals and client service expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Litigation Paralegal team, including making recommendations for hiring, utilization, termination, compensation, training, development, and performance evaluations
• Collaborate with Attorneys, Office Administrators, and Practice Group Leadership to address paralegal support needs across offices
• Work with Office Administrators and Legal Support Managers to analyze and optimize workflows between Paralegals and Assistants
• Monitor, analyze, and assess paralegal productivity on an ongoing basis and implement improvements as needed
• Coordinate workflow and staffing to ensure effective utilization of resources
• Evaluate and address training needs for Litigation Paralegals, ensuring skill enhancement and alignment with firm requirements
• Develop objective assessment criteria and establish standards to enhance paralegal skills and ensure high-quality work product
• Create and refine litigation policies and procedures to standardize and implement best practices firm-wide
• Collaborate with other departments to promote cross-utilization and optimize paralegal staff deployment
• Coach, mentor, and advocate for Litigation Paralegals, fostering a supportive and equitable work environment across all offices
• Participate in firm-wide and departmental initiatives to streamline workflows and procedures, ensuring efficiency and consistency
• Troubleshoot workflow or personnel challenges and implement effective solutions to ensure uninterrupted support
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Litigation Paralegal required; experience from a defense firm strongly preferred
• Minimum of five (5) years of people management or supervisory experience at a law firm required; national law firm experience preferred
• In-depth understanding of litigation law practices and procedures
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to build, motivate, and manage a high-performing team
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and integrity
• Advanced computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with legal technology, including case management and e-discovery tools is a plus
  
  

Pursuant to the Illinois Equity Pay Act the salary range for this Chicago based position is between $131,300 - $214,300. Pursuant to the California Pay Transparency for Pay Equity Act, the salary range for this San Diego based position is between $131,300 - $214,300 and Los Angeles based position is between $137,300 - $224,100. Pursuant to the Washington DC Pay Transparency Law, the salary range for this Washington DC based position is between $143,300 - $233,700. These figures represent the full compensation range of this position. The actual offered amount will be determined based on the following factors: education, experience, geographic market, and internal pay equity at Foley.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without consideration to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, domestic partner status or medical condition. Foley & Lardner LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance.

Foley offers a comprehensive benefit program which currently includes Paid Time Off; Paid Holidays; Medical, Dental and Vision insurance; 401(k) Retirement; Disability and Life insurance; Adoption Assistance; Backup Care for Dependents.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled.

About Foley & Lardner

Foley is an Am Law 50 law firm consistently ranked among top-tier practices. With over 1,100 lawyers in 26 offices across the United States, Mexico, Europe, and Asia, our market-leading platform includes Corporate, Intellectual Property, and Litigation. Adding depth to our bench strength, we focus on four primary sectors: Energy, Health Care & Life Sciences, Innovative Technology, and Manufacturing. We look beyond the law to focus on the constantly evolving demands facing our clients and act as trusted business advisors to deliver creative, practical, and effective solutions.

For nearly two centuries, Foley has maintained its commitment to the highest level of innovative legal services and to the stewardship of our people, firm, clients, and the communities we serve. While respecting our roots, we’re also continuously looking to modernize all aspects of our business and elevate who we are and what we do, which keeps us focused on the future.