Paralegal: Discovery & Trial Prep | Debt-Collection

Blitt & Gaines, P.C; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO and holidays

Life insurance

Short-Term Disability

401(k) plan with profit sharing

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Blitt and Gaines, P.C. seeks a Paralegal to support discovery responses, prepare standard legal documents, and assist attorneys with administrative tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Experience in collections or creditors’ rights is a plus; professional certifications such as ABA-approved paralegal credential are advantageous. A strong eye for detail and excellent communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Legal research

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

ABA-approved paralegal certification

Paralegal associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

WordPerfect

Job description

Blitt and Gaines, P.C. seeks a Paralegal to support discovery responses, prepare standard legal documents, and assist attorneys with administrative tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Experience in collections or creditors’ rights is a plus; professional certifications such as ABA-approved paralegal credential are advantageous. A strong eye for detail and excellent communication are essential for success.