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Paralegal
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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
Time to get to work! We're seeking a Paralegal for a client in Central Illinois for a long-term contract opportunity for the right person. LRS Consulting Services has been delivering excellence for over three decades. Our reputation for quality, flexibility, and strong relationships with our clients keeps them turning to us to meet their IT consulting needs. Our contacts, combined with your technical expertise, equals career possibilities for you. So let's get to work! 5+ years of experience with the following: Summarizing information and preparing reports for attorneys Conducting research, investigating facts and assisting with drafting legal documents Preparing and filing documents with courts Organizing and archiving the documents related to completed and ongoing cases Keeping track of changes in legal framework and providing timely updates on these changes Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills using the English language Candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the United States for any employer. Corp to Corp candidates will not be considered. Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal) Candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer The base range for this contract position is $35.00 - $60.00 per hour, depending on experience. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires of this position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status. In some cases, LRS Consulting uses generative artificial intelligence (AI) in support of our hiring processes. LRS takes steps to ensure the use of AI does not result in discrimination based on protected class(es). AI may be used in the hiring process solely in support of the assessment of candidate qualifications. All decisions in the hiring process are made by LRS employees. If AI will be used in the hiring process for the position for which you are applying, you will be notified and will have the opportunity to opt out. Please contact AI.Questions@lrs.com with any questions.