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Bi-Lingual Legal Assistant / Paralegal (Personal Injury)

L4

v elizabeth talent acquisition solutionsChicago, IL5 days ago

$60,000.00 per year

Occupations

Paralegals and Legal AssistantsLegal Support Workers, All OtherLegal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants

Industries

Offices of LawyersAll Other Legal ServicesLegal Counsel and Prosecution
Bi-Lingual Legal Assistant / Paralegal (Personal Injury) Our client is looking for an experienced legal assistant or paralegal who is passionate about helping injured clients get the help they need. In this role, you will be responsible for providing initial analysis regarding the viability of a case and conveying the benefits of representation to prospective clients. (Bilingual Spanish required).
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.
  • Skills/attributes of successful applicants:
  • Outstanding listening and communication skills
  • Must have litigation and personal injury 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: $50,000.00 / $60,000.00 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
Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience: litigation: 2 years (Required)personal injury law: 2-4 years (Required)
Ability to Commute: Chicago, IL 60602 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Additional Information: 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.
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Level

MidL4

Salary

$60,000.00 per year

Location

Chicago, IL

Occupation

Paralegals and Legal Assistants

Industry

Offices of Lawyers

Posted

5 days ago

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