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Location: CHICAGO, IL, United States
Organization: ComEd
Job ID: 254731
Remote Work: Hybrid Remote
Date Posted: Oct 1, 2024
Description
We're powering a cleaner, brighter future.
Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier, and more resilient.
We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity, and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 19,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).
In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives, and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.
Are you in?
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION
· Provides litigation support under attorney supervision in the following areas: case/ docket research; records legal filings; file management; trial, hearing and brief preparation; and other areas as the need arises. Works with business clients, legal practice groups, and legal operations team as appropriate to carry out job duties.
· PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
· Under attorney supervision, utilize applicable software systems to preserve, collect, review, and produce / file documents and other data related to legal proceedings.
· Under attorney supervision, draft, cite check, proofread, and/or format and/or file routine administrative litigation pleadings, pre-filed written testimony, discovery requests, and discovery responses.
· Provide general support as needed in connection with pre-litigation and litigation matters.
· Provide support for trial, hearing, and brief preparation.
· Assist with Legal Department compliance obligations.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 4 years experience preferred; Paralegal or associate degree and minimum of 6 years experience required; 8 years of paralegal experience can substitute for degree
· Experience drafting, cite checking, formatting, and filing/serving litigation pleadings, discovery requests, and discovery responses
· Excellent research skills, including experience with Lexis, Pacer, and electronic court dockets
· Familiarity with filing requirements and procedures in Illinois state and federal courts
· Strong file management and organizational skills
· Experience providing support in connection with trial, hearing, and brief preparation
· Ability to multi-task and effectively manage workload demands.
· Strong oral and written communication skills
· Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively independently or as part of a team
Preferred Qualifications
· Familiarity and experience with administrative proceedings at the Illinois Commerce Commission or otherwise
· Familiarity with Illinois appellate filings
Benefits