Paralegal

Job Overview Hernandez & Compton Law Group are seeking a motivated entry-level candidate with litigation experience looking to begin or grow a career in the legal field . The selected candidate will work directly with attorneys and clients to support cases from intake through resolution. This paid full time position Monday through Friday (in-person office hours). This is a good opportunity to develop your legal expertise while working in a collaborative environment.

Hours of operation:

Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm Responsibilities

• Maintain effective communication with clients, courts, vendors, and internal staff professionally (bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required)
• Conduct client intake interviews, gather case information, and follow up
• Taking initiative to maintain organized case files and documentation
• Request, organize, and summarize medical records
• Draft correspondence and legal documents for attorney review
• Schedule attorney's depositions, court hearings, and other appointments and administrative tasks
• Assist with court filings, editing and reviewing motions and complains
• Coordinate with insurance companies, employers, and medical providers
• Keeping an organized schedule and sending timely reminders for attorneys to stay on track with deadlines
• Issuing subpoenas

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Free parking Application Question(s): Are you interested in working in the legal field and why?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Elgin, IL 60123 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person