Paralegal

PARALEGAL IN PEORIA

Date Posted:

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 ? Job Snapshot

Employee Type:

Permanent

Location:

Illinois , Peoria Job Description Litigation Paralegal The ideal candidate should possess a background in Personal Injury and Workers Comp focused litigation, be capable of managing assignments from attorneys, type 60+ WPM, and demonstrate initiative while working independently. Attention to detail is essential as the role involves supporting attorneys throughout all phases of litigation. Responsibilities of the Litigation Paralegal include: Assisting litigation counsel across all stages of legal proceedings. Overseeing the discovery process, encompassing document collection, retention, and production, as well as aiding in drafting responses to discovery requests. Drafting fundamental legal documents such as settlement agreements, document retention notices, and response letters. Contributing to pre-trial preparations by drafting trial documents and preparing exhibits. Prioritizing and executing tasks efficiently and punctually.

Required Experience and Skills:

2+ years of litigation preferred in the areas of Workers Comp and Personal Injury. Office management and Transcribing skills. Strong written and verbal communication abilities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Excellent time management and multitasking capabilities. Capacity to work autonomously with minimal supervision. Familiarity with trial presentation software. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.