Paralegal

Blitt & Gaines, P.C; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Blitt and Gaines, P.C. invites a Paralegal to join our team in Illinois. The role focuses on preparing standard legal documents, assisting with discovery responses, and supporting attorneys with administrative tasks. Prior legal experience is helpful but not required.

Ideal candidates bring strong organization, attention to detail, and effective written and verbal communication. The position supports a fast-paced environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• ABA-approved paralegal certification or associate degree in paralegal studies preferred.
• Experience in collections, creditors’ rights, or other legal work is a plus.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook; WordPerfect is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize legal documents, including discovery pleadings and settlement agreements.
• Assist with discovery responses, compile exhibits, support trial or hearing preparation.
• Compile and organize exhibits for trials or hearings.
• Assist attorneys with e-filing and maintaining records in the document management system.
• Track deadlines and monitor case progress; manage discovery schedules.
• Conduct basic legal research and summarize findings for attorneys.

Skills

Legal docs

Discovery

Multitasking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

ABA-approved paralegal certification

Paralegal associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

WordPerfect

Job description

About Blitt and Gaines, P.C.

Blitt and Gaines, P.C. is a leading debt collection law firm with over 30 years of experience representing most of the nation’s largest financial institutions. With nine offices across Arizona, Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Tennessee, and Wisconsin, our attorneys and support teams deliver high-quality, compliant, and ethical legal services.

At the heart of our firm are people—our clients, our employees, and the partnerships we build. Guided by our philosophy—Collect Compliantly. Litigate Ethically. Lead Effectively. Exceed Expectations. Expect Excellence—we uphold integrity, respect, and fairness in every interaction.

Job Summary

The Paralegal primarily focuses on preparing standard legal documents, assisting with discovery responses, and supporting attorneys with administrative and procedural tasks. Legal experience is helpful but not required.

Essential Duties

• Prepare and organize legal documents, including discovery pleadings, affidavits, settlement agreements, and legal correspondence.
• Assist with discovery responses, compile exhibits, and support trial or hearing preparation.
• Compile and organize exhibits for trials or hearings.
• Assist attorneys with e-filing, compiling courtesy copies and maintain accurate records in the firm’s document management system.
• Track deadlines, monitor case progress, and manage discovery schedules.
• Conduct basic legal research and summarize findings to assist attorney in case preparation.
• Provide general administrative and procedural support to attorneys as needed.

Education and Experience

Education and Experience:

• Experience in collections, creditors’ rights, or other legal work is a plus.
• ABA-approved paralegal certification or associate degree in paralegal studies is a plus.
• Familiarity with statutes, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, and agency rules is helpful but not required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; experience with WordPerfect is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Reliable, responsible, and able to meet deadlines.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Familiarity with office procedures, records management, and document organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to support attorneys in case preparation.
• Competence in using computer systems and software for document preparation and data management.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to maintain professional relationships.
• Willingness to take on challenges and responsibilities.

What We Offer

Blitt and Gaines, P.C. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Competitive base pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Profit sharing
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities