Legal Staff Paralegal in Matteson, IL

Law Firm

Matteson, IL

Legal Staff Paralegal in Matteson, IL

Legal Staff

Max 5 yrs required

No

Job Title: Paralegal

Job Responsibilities:
The Paralegal will be an integral part of the legal team at the law firm, tasked with supporting attorneys in a variety of legal fields, including estate planning, probate, adult guardianship, and real estate transactions. Key responsibilities include:

- Assisting attorneys in preparing for trials, hearings, and meetings by organizing case files and evidence.
- Conducting legal research using tools such as Lexis-Nexis to gather relevant information for cases.
- Drafting and reviewing legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and contracts.
- Managing case files using document management systems like iManage and PCLaw.
- Coordinating communication between clients, witnesses, and experts to facilitate case progress.
- Maintaining accurate records of case activities and deadlines to ensure timely submissions.
- Providing executive administrative support as needed, including scheduling appointments and managing calendars.

Education and Experience Information:
- A Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or a related field is preferred.
- Experience in estate planning, probate, adult guardianship, and real estate transactions is advantageous.
- Proficiency in legal research tools such as Lexis-Nexis is required.
- Familiarity with document management systems like DropBox and practice management software like PracticePanther is beneficial.
- The role requires strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
- The ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism is essential.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, are necessary.
- Experience with document review processes is considered advantageous.

Salary Information:
The position offers a part-time opportunity with a pay range of to per hour, as provided by the employer. The median pay is noted as per hour. Additional benefits include free parking, opportunities for advancement, and paid time off. The schedule allows for flexible hours, with workdays from Monday to Friday and no requirement for night or weekend shifts. The work location is in-person.