Paralegal

Phaxis; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer matching

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunities for ongoing professional development

Paid time off and holidays

CLE opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

A law practice in Chicago is seeking a dedicated Paralegal to support their Social Security Disability practice. The role involves drafting legal documents, reviewing medical records, and assisting attorneys with case preparation. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills and prior legal experience. The position offers a competitive salary, health insurance, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Prior experience providing support to attorneys, preferably in Social Security Disability cases.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Commitment to managing high-priority tasks with urgency.
• Proficiency with computers and legal software.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Comfort handling high-priority tasks with urgency.

Responsibilities

• Draft legal documents and correspondence.
• Review and analyze medical records.
• Communicate with clients regarding sensitive matters.
• Organize and submit pre- and post-hearing materials.
• Assist attorneys in case preparation before court dates
• Communicate with clients regarding sensitive matters
• Coordinate hearing schedules and interact with judges

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Proficiency with computers

Independent and collaborative work

Medical records experience

Education

Paralegal certification or relevant degree

Tools

Legal software

Job description

Overview

Paralegal – Social Security Disability Practice

Chicago, IL | In-Office

We are seeking a dedicated professional with medical record experience.

Key Qualifications

• Prior experience providing support to attorneys, preferably in Social Security Disability cases
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to multitask
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Proficiency with computers and legal software
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Commitment to managing high-priority tasks with urgency

Responsibilities

• Draft legal documents and correspondence
• Review and analyze medical records
• Follow up with medical facilities to obtain records for hearings
• Organize and submit pre- and post-hearing materials
• Assist attorneys in case preparation before court dates
• Communicate with clients regarding sensitive matters
• Coordinate hearing schedules and interact with judges

What We’re Looking For

• Paralegal or attorney-support experience
• Strong organization and multitasking skills
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and CLE.
• A supportive and collaborative workplace culture.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Law Practice