Paralegal

Equity Residential is seeking an enterprising and organized Paralegal to assist with litigation-related and other legal matters associated with their multi-family residential and mixed-use properties. The role involves supporting in-house attorneys and outside counsel, managing discovery obligations, and maintaining case files. Responsibilities Support experienced in-house litigators with all aspects of major commercial, class action, and mass tort disputes and related compliance projects Collaborate with outside counsel to administer litigation and compliance plans Coordinate and manage discovery obligations, such as issuing document retention holds, collecting and transmitting documents, and organizing interviews and depositions Track and summarize relevant legal developments, including researching new statutes, regulations, and case law Maintain case files and deadlines Skills Current paralegals handling complex litigation work (major commercial disputes, class actions, or similar) as well as current college seniors and recent college graduates are highly encouraged to apply A strong interest in legal work is required A strong desire to learn and collaborate with colleagues is a must Must maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and discretion at all times A paralegal certificate is a strong plus An interest in attending law school in the medium term (2-3 years) is a strong plus Proficiency with Microsoft and Google products, including Excel/Sheets, is preferred Familiarity with and/or a willingness to learn how to use legal research and data processing/review tools, such as Westlaw/Lexis/Bloomberg and Relativity Benefits Medical, dental, vision care and wellness programs Paid holidays Annual vacation time Paid sick leave New parent benefits Adoption assistance Competitive Compensation 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan Rent Discounts FSA/HSA Company-paid life & disability insurance Paid Community Service Hours Leadership Development Tuition Assistance Company Overview Equity Residential (EQR) is a real estate investment trust (REIT). It was founded in 1967, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is