Legislative Paralegal & Research Specialist

Illinois House of Representatives; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois House of Representatives is seeking a Paralegal to provide legal, administrative, and research support to staff attorneys under the direction of the Chief Counsel. The role involves assisting with legislative drafting, tracking state legislation, organizing committee documentation, and ensuring compliance in a fast-paced public policy environment.

The position requires a minimum of two years paralegal experience, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and strong research and communication

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of paralegal or legal assistant experience, preferably in government or legislative affairs.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Strong understanding of legislative processes and legal terminology.
• Proficiency with legal research databases and standard office software (Google Suite preferred).
• Ability to manage multiple attorneys and complex projects with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal, statutory, legislative, and policy research under attorney supervision.
• Prepare, assemble, organize, and synthesize information for the Legal Unit.
• Assist attorneys in drafting and reviewing legislative proposals, amendments, and memos.
• Maintain legal files, databases, and legislative reference materials.
• Respond to legal research inquiries from House members and staff under attorney supervision.
• Coordinate meetings between attorneys and legislative stakeholders.
• Perform administrative duties to support legal office operations.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all matters.

Skills

Legal research

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Confidentiality

Project coordination

Google Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies

Bachelor's degree in Political Science

Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies

Tools

Legal research databases

Job description

The Illinois House of Representatives is seeking a Paralegal to provide legal, administrative, and research support to staff attorneys under the direction of the Chief Counsel. The role involves assisting with legislative drafting, tracking state legislation, organizing committee documentation, and ensuring compliance in a fast-paced public policy environment.

The position requires a minimum of two years paralegal experience, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and strong research and communication