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Paralegal

Roadrunner
Downers Grove, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/6/2025
Roadrunner’s Smart Long Haul is revolutionizing the industry with significant investments in technology, a culture of continuous improvement, and intelligent and efficient direct routing. A Top 100 Trucking company by Inbound Logistics and a Top Tier Service Carrier by Mastio, Roadrunner is an LTL industry leader on the rise.

As a long-haul, metro-to-metro LTL carrier, Roadrunner offers more direct routes than any other nationwide Less-than-Truckload carrier in the United States. With a nationwide presence, terminals across 40 markets, and more than $400 million in revenue, the company’s Smart Long-Haul Network is the preferred choice for shippers looking to move freight quickly and reliably.

We Run Safe. We Run Smart. We Run Together.

Job Description Summary

The Paralegal will assist attorney(s) and our Contracts Specialist by providing clerical and research support services including, but not limited to, document preparation and review, filing, research, fact checking, discovery responses, and preparation and filing of legal documents.

Critical Job Functions

  • Conduct legal research and analysis using various online resources and databases.
  • Manage and organize case files, including electronic documents, and physical evidence.
  • Coordinate discovery, including drafting, and responding to discovery requests, organizing document production, and preparing for depositions.
  • Assist with trial preparation, including witness preparation, exhibit preparation, and courtroom logistics.
  • Provide administrative support, such as scheduling meetings, maintaining calendars, and communicating with clients and opposing counsel.
  • Assists with drafting and reviewing contracts for various suppliers, vendors and partners.

Job Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED, required. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
  • At least three (2) years of experience working in a paralegal function. Must have intermediate level proficiency in Microsoft Office that allows for efficient administration of programs.
  • Experience with contracts and litigation, preferred.
  • Strong communication (written and oral) and collaboration skills working with multiple external and internal contacts including site / business contacts, Payroll, IT, Recruiting, and Legal.
  • Must be a self-starter, extremely detail oriented, able to work independently and in a team environment, regularly meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

Compensation

  • The anticipated compensation for this role is $24.00 per hour - $31.25 per hour.

Benefits

  • PTO
  • Paid Holidays
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401k

Roadrunner Freight is building something special with great people, a winning culture and a differentiated service offering in the marketplace. Join us today to grow your career!

We will not accept unsolicited candidates from external recruiters or recruiting agencies. Thank you!

  • Applicants will be contacted Head Recruiter Tim Tawab or Senior Vice President of Legal & Human Capital, Tamara Clay**

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Additional Requirements:

Roadrunner is growing and looking for a highly motivated Paralegal to join our award-winning team of freight transportation experts!

Salary : $24 - $31

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