Hybrid Paralegal: Corporate & Litigation Support

IAA Illinois Agricultural Association; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits (medical, dental, …

401(k) with company match

Parental leave

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Illinois Farm Bureau is seeking a Paralegal for its Bloomington, IL office to support corporate, litigation, regulatory, transactions, and contracts work. The role interfaces with company attorneys, outside counsel, and in-house staff, requiring proactive engagement and strong communication.

The position emphasizes 2+ years of experience, a paralegal certificate preferred, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal software.

Qualifications

• Typically requires 2+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training.
• Paralegal certificate strongly preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate (oral and written) at all levels of the organization.
• Possesses analytical ability and ingenuity, with strong problem-solving skills and good judgement.
• Technical savvy. Advanced skills using Microsoft Office suite and legal enterprise software.
• Well organized, able to identify and prioritize tasks, and successfully manage multiple projects.
• Proven ability to anticipate needs and requirements and adjust positively to changes in direction and/or assignment.
• Works well independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assembles, prepares, proofs, analyzes and edits drafts of legal documents.
• Prepares and files legal documents with appropriate entities, as required.
• Prepares and conducts summaries of legal research as directed.
• May review and ensure the company's compliance with regulations.
• May assist attorneys with litigation case files, reports, legal holds and discovery matters.
• Works on special projects and corporate initiatives as assigned.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Legal research

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Legal software

Job description

Illinois Farm Bureau is seeking a Paralegal for its Bloomington, IL office to support corporate, litigation, regulatory, transactions, and contracts work. The role interfaces with company attorneys, outside counsel, and in-house staff, requiring proactive engagement and strong communication.

The position emphasizes 2+ years of experience, a paralegal certificate preferred, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal software.