Hybrid Paralegal — Court & Family Services

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services; Springfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Pension program

Excellent benefits

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking a Paralegal to support staff attorneys and manage court filings in a fast-paced government environment. The role requires strong organization, timely document handling, and coordination with multiple departments.

The position offers a competitive salary, pension benefits, and a hybrid schedule with 3–5 in-office days per week, located in Springfield, IL.

Qualifications

• Organized, professional, and results oriented
• Experience supporting legal staff or government agencies preferred
• Ability to manage multiple files and deadlines effectively

Responsibilities

• Serves as Paralegal
• Attends court hearings as directed
• Reviews files on call sheet to ensure documents are received
• Performs special projects and prepares reports
• Receives and processes subpoenas
• Obtains legal materials for staff attorneys
• Files court documents under supervision
• Performs other duties as required within scope

Skills

Paralegal duties

Court hearings

Legal document filing

Research and reporting

Job description

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking a Paralegal to support staff attorneys and manage court filings in a fast-paced government environment. The role requires strong organization, timely document handling, and coordination with multiple departments.

The position offers a competitive salary, pension benefits, and a hybrid schedule with 3–5 in-office days per week, located in Springfield, IL.