Paralegal I - Bridgeview Courthouse

Cook County State's Attorney Office; Bridgeview (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook County State's Attorney Office seeks a paralegal to support Assistant State’s Attorneys at the Bridgeview Courthouse. The role focuses on legal research, document preparation, and trial support in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include drafting pleadings, handling discovery, organizing files, and assisting attorneys at hearings. Requires ABA-approved certificate and proficiency with LEXIS and Word.

Qualifications

• Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to multi-task.
• Experience in clerical and research support including document prep, interviews, and trial preparation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and LEXIS is required.

Responsibilities

• Research cases for attorneys using online resources and libraries.
• Abstract transcripts and complex pleadings; proofread charging instruments and prepare redacted material.
• Assist in preparing and filing motions and other pleadings.
• Review and annotate digital media; produce exhibits for litigation.
• Coordinate discovery requests and tender to defense; organize physical/digital files.
• Assist attorneys with evidence preparation and presentation at hearings.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Research skills

Education

ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate

Tools

LEXIS

Job description

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Location: 10220 S 76 th Ave/Bridgeview Courthouse

Bureau: Administrative Services

Application Deadline: September 23, 2026

General Description: Responsible for the paralegal functions of the Assistant State’s Attorneys assigned to the Bridgeview Courthouse.

Working Environment: Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm.

Physical Requirements:

Light Work: The position requires the ability to stand or walk frequently, often for extended periods. You may need to lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 20 pounds regularly, and occasionally heavier items. The job may also involve a significant amount of walking or standing relative to sedentary roles.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Research cases for attorneys, using both online research (LEXIS) and library resources.
• Perform additional research using CRIMES, Clerks, Leads, Illinois Department of Corrections, and the Cook County Department of Corrections websites.
• Abstract transcripts and complex pleadings
• Proofread charging instruments and prepare redacted material.
• Assist in the preparation and filing of motions and other pleadings.
• Review and annotate digital media.
• Produce exhibits for litigation.
• Request, monitor the status of, and package discovery for tendering to the defense.
• Organize physical and digital files.
• Assist attorneys with the preparation and presentation of evidence at evidentiary hearings.
• Interact regularly with State’s Attorney’s Office employees and personnel of outside agencies.
• Maintain confidentiality of information and systems.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required

• A Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program.
• The candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task.
• Experience in clerical and research support services including but not limited to document preparation and review, interviewing clients and witnesses, research, investigations, and fact-checking, and trial preparation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word applications and LEXIS, required.

Preferred

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 Suite, such as SharePoint, TEAMS, Outlook, Planner, and List, CRIMES, NICE Evidence Management Systems and Clerks preferred.

EEO Message: The Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office (CCSAO) is an equal opportunity employer, which seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The CCSAO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Upon request, the CCSAO will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals due to a disability or pregnancy. The EEOP report can be found on our website at www.cookcountystatesattorney.org.

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