Deadline
Open Deadline
Location
Chicago, US
Salary
Compensation details will be finalized during the interview process with the selected candidate.
Details of the Organization
Hennessy & Roach, P.C. is a law firm defending employers in Workers’ Compensation and defendants in General Liability matters.
Details of the Job/Internship
Hennessy & Roach, P.C. is hiring a Legal Assistant with experience of 5+ years to join their office in Chicago.
Role and Responsibilities
- Keeps cases organized by establishing and organizing files; monitoring calendars; meeting deadlines; documenting actions; and inputting information into file database and case management software.
- Helps develop cases by maintaining contact with people involved in the case; scheduling depositions; preparing and forwarding summonses and subpoenas; requesting medical records, filing discovery requests, and various court pleadings.
- Enhances trial proceedings by organizing evidence; preparing exhibits; scheduling witnesses; and ensuring that witnesses are ready when needed.
- Transcribing dictation, scheduling depositions and IMEs, maintenance of files, including file aways, and coordination of court appearances.
- Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
- Other duties as assigned.
Eligibility
- High school diploma or GED (or equivalent) required; Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- A paralegal certificate is preferred.
- 5+ years of general litigation legal support experience in a law firm.
- Working knowledge of court rules and procedures.
- Experience with Odyssey E-Filing System for Circuit Court and Outlying County Courts preferred.
- Microsoft Word experience required; Excel and PowerPoint experience preferred.
- Outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and administrative skills.
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to multi-task.
- Excellent telephone, writing, and proofreading skills.
- Must be self-motivated and able to meet deadlines under pressure.
- Must have the ability to work as part of a team, as well as to work independently.
- Organization, Planning, Attention to Detail, and Dependability.
- Firm and Client Confidentiality required.
Salary/Stipend
Compensation details will be finalized during the interview process with the selected candidate.
Type of Opportunity
Fulltime
Country
United States
Address
Chicago, US
Application and Registration Details
Once you apply, the next steps in the application process will be sent to you via e-mail.
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