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Pre-Lit Paralegal (PI)
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What they do
A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
$73,658 / year median in Illinois
-5% projected decline
Job Description
Description We are looking for a Pre-Lit Paralegal (PI) to support personal injury matters in Oak Brook, Illinois. This is a Contract position focused on guiding cases through the pre-litigation phase, from initial assignment through settlement preparation and resolution. The ideal candidate will bring strong client service skills, a solid understanding of personal injury workflows, and the ability to manage multiple files in a fast-paced, technology-driven legal environment.
Responsibilities:
- Manage pre-litigation personal injury files involving motor vehicle accidents, premises liability claims, slip and fall matters, and dog bite cases from assignment through resolution.
- Communicate with clients regularly to answer questions, provide status updates, and help coordinate timely access to medical care and treatment resources.
- Track client treatment progress, review file developments, and maintain organized case documentation to support next steps in each matter.
- Research and verify applicable insurance coverage, identify available benefits, and document findings needed for case evaluation.
- Obtain and organize medical records, billing statements, and other supporting materials required to assess damages and prepare claims.
- Draft and issue demand packages that clearly present liability, injuries, treatment history, and damages for settlement consideration.
- Evaluate settlement responses, assist with handling denials or counteroffers, and support negotiations through case resolution.
- Coordinate settlement closing activities, including lien follow-up, disbursement preparation, and communication with clients and outside providers.
- Oversee file progress across intake and case support functions while helping maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and treatment partners.
- Use case management and legal technology platforms effectively to keep records current, monitor deadlines, and support efficient file handling.
- Previous experience handling pre-litigation personal injury matters from client intake through settlement.
- Working knowledge of Illinois personal injury law and procedural expectations, or the ability to quickly apply Illinois-specific practices.
- Strong background in client communication, case coordination, and insurance-related investigation.
- Experience preparing demand packages, reviewing settlement activity, and assisting with lien resolution.
- Proficiency with case management software and comfort working in a technology-focused legal setting.
- Familiarity with civil litigation processes, discovery, and trial preparation concepts.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate file documentation.