Law Clerk

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute, LLC; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Wellness program

On-site parking

Job summary

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute, LLC is seeking a part-time Law Clerk to work closely with the General Counsel and the legal team. You will conduct legal research, draft memoranda, assist with contract drafting and review, and help with compliance materials and policies.

You’ll gain hands-on experience across healthcare law, corporate matters and regulatory updates, while developing practical skills for in-house practice. On-site work is preferred with potential for hybrid arrangements.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in an accredited law school with strong legal research, writing and analytical skills.
• Interest in healthcare law or in-house practice is helpful but not required.
• Attention to detail, sound judgment, discretion with sensitive information, and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Legal Research and Analysis — research healthcare, corporate, employment and other issues; prepare concise memoranda identifying authorities and practical notes for review.
• Contract and Document Support — assist with drafting and reviewing agreements, correspondence and policies; track revisions and renewals.
• Compliance and Policy Support — research state and federal requirements; help update policies and training materials.
• Litigation and Matter Support — prepare chronologies, document summaries and materials for litigation and internal reviews.
• Legal Operations and Special Projects — assist with contract-management systems and department projects.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Attention to detail

MS Office

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Law student (enrolled in an accredited law school)

Tools

Contract management systems

Legal research tools

Job description

Why This Role

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute (IBJI) is the largest independent orthopedic group in the Midwest with over 150 physicians and more than 100 locations across Chicagoland. Our Legal Department is small and high-trust, and our Law Clerk Program offers hands-on experience with the legal and business issues facing a healthcare organization. You will work directly with the General Counsel and legal team on research, contracts, compliance, and active matters, developing the judgment and practical skills that connect law school to in house practice.

What You'll Own

• Legal Research and Analysis — research healthcare, corporate, employment, and other legal issues; prepare concise memoranda that identify relevant authority, explain the analysis, and flag practical considerations for attorney review.
• Contract and Document Support — assist with drafting and reviewing agreements, correspondence, and policies; compare revisions, identify issues, and support contract routing, execution, tracking, and renewal.
• Compliance and Policy Support — research state and federal requirements, help review policies and compliance materials, and assist with regulatory updates and employee training resources.
• Litigation and Matter Support — help prepare chronologies, document summaries, and materials for litigation, subpoenas, claims, and internal reviews; organize files and track assigned deadlines.
• Legal Operations and Special Projects — support contract-management systems, corporate records, and department projects; assist with meeting preparation, correspondence, and other administrative needs of the General Counsel’s office.

Why You'll Want to Stay

• Practical experience — work on real matters spanning healthcare law, compliance, contracts, and corporate legal operations, with opportunities to see how legal advice informs business decisions.
• Mentorship and feedback — develop research, writing, and analytical skills through assignments and feedback from experienced legal professionals.
• Access to leadership — work with the General Counsel and, as appropriate, interact with physicians, business leaders, and outside counsel; observe selected meetings and negotiations.
• A headquarters built for the job — easy on-site parking, a complimentary on-site gym, and a walkable location minutes from downtown Park Ridge restaurants and the Metra train.
• A team that invests in its people — regular team activities and a strong department culture.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

• Current enrollment in an accredited law school and strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Interest in healthcare law or in-house practice. Relevant coursework or prior experience is helpful but not required.
• Attention to detail, sound judgment, discretion with sensitive information, and a willingness to learn and incorporate feedback.
• Ability to manage competing assignments, meet deadlines, communicate progress, and work effectively with attorneys and business colleagues.
• Comfort with Microsoft Office and legal research tools, plus a willingness to learn contract- and document-management systems.
• Availability for a part-time schedule across three to four days per week. On-site work is preferred; a hybrid arrangement may be available.

Base salary offers for this position may vary based on factors such as location, skills and relevant experience.

• medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, long and short term disability, 401k program with company match and profit sharing, wellness program, health savings accounts, flexible savings accounts, ID protection plan and accident, critical illness and hospital benefits, paid holidays and paid time off.

Illinois Bone and Joint Institute, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to recruitment and placement, promotion, training, transfer, retention, rate of pay and all other terms and conditions of employment.