Litigation Paralegal - Fast-Paced Chicago Office

Evans & Dixon LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Evans & Dixon LLC in Chicago, IL seeks an experienced Paralegal to support attorneys across cases from start to finish. The role focuses on case management, scheduling depositions, obtaining medical records, and maintaining filings.

Ideal candidates have at least two years in workers' compensation or personal injury defense, strong writing and editing, and proficiency with Word, Excel and Outlook. This in-office position offers a fast-paced environment and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Two years of applicable legal experience required, preferably in worker's compensation or personal injury defense.
• Excellent writing, typing, and editing skills for legal documents and correspondence.
• In-office full-time availability and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Schedule depositions and medical examinations for assigned attorneys.
• Order, obtain, and summarize medical records for active files.
• Maintain and organize case files, exhibits, briefs, and court documents.
• Communicate frequently with clients, opposing counsel, and medical specialists.
• Provide general administrative support and monitor deadlines and calendars.

Skills

Writing

Typing

Editing

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Evans & Dixon LLC in Chicago, IL seeks an experienced Paralegal to support attorneys across cases from start to finish. The role focuses on case management, scheduling depositions, obtaining medical records, and maintaining filings.

Ideal candidates have at least two years in workers' compensation or personal injury defense, strong writing and editing, and proficiency with Word, Excel and Outlook. This in-office position offers a fast-paced environment and opportunities for growth.