Junior Paralegal – Personal Injury Litigation (Onsite, Chicago)

Addison Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) plan

On-site first 3 months

Remote 1 day/week after intro

Job summary

Addison Group is seeking a Junior Paralegal with personal injury litigation experience to join a fast-paced Chicago office. You will partner with an attorney and manage a high-volume caseload from filing through trial preparation, on-site for the first 3 months.

This role offers direct-hire stability, collaborative team dynamics, and growth opportunities as you develop your skillset in a supportive firm environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of litigation paralegal experience within personal injury required.
• Experience supporting personal injury matters from complaint through trial preparation.
• Strong knowledge of complaint preparation and filing, service of process, written discovery, and case file management.
• Familiarity with Illinois state and federal court procedures related to personal injury litigation.
• Ability to independently manage a high-volume caseload while working closely with an assigned attorney.
• Experience obtaining and reviewing medical records and bills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Spanish/English bilingual skills are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Partner directly with an assigned attorney to support a caseload of approximately 50–100 active matters.
• Assist with personal injury cases throughout the litigation process, from initial complaint through trial preparation.
• Draft, prepare, and electronically file complaints, motions, pleadings, and other court documents.
• Coordinate service of process and track important case deadlines.
• Prepare and respond to written discovery requests and maintain related documentation.
• Organize and maintain complete case files, ensuring documents and case information remain current and accessible.
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding case information, documentation, and next steps.
• Conduct preliminary client conversations and coordinate formal attorney intake meetings.
• Request, organize, review, and summarize medical records and billing documentation.
• Maintain attorney calendars, litigation deadlines, hearings, appointments, and other case-related commitments.
• Assist with discovery and trial preparation, including organizing supporting documentation and case materials.
• Support matters involving motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, construction-related injuries, uninsured/underinsured motorist claims, and other personal injury cases.
• Draft correspondence and assist with additional litigation-related administrative needs.

Skills

Litigation paralegal experience

Personal injury knowledge

Bilingual Spanish/English (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Addison Group is seeking a Junior Paralegal with personal injury litigation experience to join a fast-paced Chicago office. You will partner with an attorney and manage a high-volume caseload from filing through trial preparation, on-site for the first 3 months.

This role offers direct-hire stability, collaborative team dynamics, and growth opportunities as you develop your skillset in a supportive firm environment.