vJob Title: Paralegal/Legal Assistant
A growing personal injury and criminal defense firm based in Chicago-West Loop is looking for a part-time hybrid paralegal to provide litigation services to clients.
The ideal candidate should have prior litigation experience, adaptability, and a cheerful demeanor.
They should be professional and assertive in their litigation approach, and have excellent organization skills, empathy for clients, and a successful record in handling litigation cases.
The candidate must be a self-starter with strong time management skills and the ability to balance conflicting priorities.
The role requires managing daily legal tasks, communicating with clients, strong time management and the ability to balance conflicting priorities.
Qualifications:
* Associate's or Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a law firm
* 1 year of Microsoft Office and Mac & Word experience (Required)
* 1 year of personal injury experience (Required)
* Prior experience working at a Personal Injury Law Firm (preferred)
* Background as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant (highly preferred)
* Knowledge or familiarity with Pre-Litigation processes (a plus)
* Ability to work independently and as a productive team player
* Self-motivated with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
* Strong time management skills and attention to deadlines
* Detail-oriented and organized
* Bilingual in Spanish or Russian (a plus)
Job Responsibilities:
* Obtain and manage medical documentation and billing records
* Examine medical records and compose demand letters
* Communicate with clients to gather information
* Handle administrative tasks such as schedules, case files, and letters
* Prepare and respond to discovery requests and legal documents (e.
g.
, motions, complaints, pleadings)
* Maintain organized paper and electronic files
*Facilitate communication between clients and firm attorneys*
* Skilled in drafting and preparing legal documents, correspondence, and discovery materials
* Assist in litigation efforts, including electronic filing and trial preparation
* Maintain confidentiality in all work duties
* Provide administrative support to a small team
* Serve as a liaison between clients, insurance adjusters, and medical facilities
* Meet deadlines and keep track of database schedules
* Gather and provide clients' medical information to insurance companies
* Compose written correspondence and support preparation of demands
* Handle distribution of incoming and outgoing checks for clients
* Communicate effectively with clients while showing empathy
* Efficiently complete assigned tasks and handle client inquiries
* Notify appropriate party of urgent or escalated matters
* Schedule client meetings as needed
* Perform additional duties as directed by leadership
Education: *2+ years of work experience in a law firm, with a preference for those with personal injury experience * A 2-year degree or higher (a plus)
Job Type: Part-time Work Location: Hybrid/West Loop Travel Requirement: No travel Dress Code: Casual
Location: Chicago-West Loop (Hybrid)
Hours: Part-time, 10-20 hours/week, flexible schedule (Monday to Friday)
Pay: $18.
00 - $22.
00 per hour
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.
00 - $22.
00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week
Schedule:
* Self-determined schedule
Travel requirement:
* No travel
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60607
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