Legal Assistant / Paralegal

V Elizabeth Talent Acquisition Solutions LLC

Legal Assistant / Paralegal

Chicago, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    • Assist with the drafting and reviewing of legal documents, such as pleadings, discovery, and case management orders.
    • Assist attorneys in scheduling and preparing for depositions, mediations, and trials, including sending out notices, hiring court reporters/videographers, etc.
    • Obtain, organize, and maintain medical records, imaging, bills, and other materials for client cases.
    • Electronically file legal documents in Illinois State Courts
    • Correspond effectively with opposing counsel, experts, witnesses, and clients.
    • Provide support during legal proceedings, including coordinating case schedules, and ensuring compliance with deadlines.

    Bilingual: Spanish and Polish speakers are welcome.

    Skills/attributes of successful applicants:

    • Outstanding listening and communication skills
    • Must have litigation experience including getting service, filing motions, calendaring court dates, and scheduling depositions.
    • Ability to analyze facts and present to attorney for determination
    • Familiarity with personal injury required
    • Collaborative, positive attitude and respectful
    • Desire to learn and grow

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $70,000.00 per year

    Benefits:

    • 401(k)
    • Dental insurance
    • Health insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Vision insurance

    Schedule:

    • 8-hour shift
    • Monday to Friday

    Work Location: In person

  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    Education:

    • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

    Experience:

    • litigation: 5 years (Required)
    • personal injury law: 5 years (Required)

    Language:

    • Polish (Preferred)
    • Spanish (Required)

    Ability to Commute:

    • Chicago, IL 60602 (Required)

    Work Location: In person

    Additional Information

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    V Elizabeth is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. Join our team and help us create a supportive and inclusive work environment for our delivery service partners and employees.