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Legal Staff Paralegal in Riverside, IL

The Law Office of Edward Johnson Sep 24,2018 Mar 22,2018 Location Riverside IL
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Legal Staff

Litigation - General (consumer)

Min 1 yrs required

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Paralegal The candidate duties include: Collect, organize and maintain both paper and electronic documents; Conduct legal research using Lexis, Westlaw and Fast Case; Assist in trial preparation and trial appearances as needed; Conduct client interviews, manage client intake and client relationships; Draft complaints, motions, briefs, and memorandums of law, subpoenas, and all other legal documentation as it relates to criminal law. Responsible for the upkeep of attorney calendar and manage any conflicts; Drafting case briefs and case summaries in an efficient, clear and concise manner; Organize and coordinate attorney appearances in court when needed; Organize and categorize large volumes of evidence in preparation for trial; Proofread/fact check all documents and exhibits; Understand the basic classification of crimes and legal procedure for the state of Illinois; Scanning and copying files; Drafting routine correspondence to opposing counsel, clients, courts and other entities. Should have Bachelor's Degree or Paralegal Certificate. Should have 1-3 years of experience in criminal law or 1L or 2L law students. Must have proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

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