What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Intern position at Evans & Dixon?
Evans & Dixon is currently seeking to add a Legal Intern to our expanding & fast-paced Joliet office. As a Legal Intern, you will be responsible for reviewing case files and medical records, prepping letters, documents, generating and completing forms, and managing files. This position is perfect for a law student. If you have the drive and passion to work in the legal field, this is a perfect way to gain some firsthand experience! Successful candidates will have a durable work ethic, superior ability to multitask, and enjoy working in a fast pace and intellectually stimulating setting.
Gain valuable and real-world legal experience by working alongside experienced attorneys! If you like are looking for mentorship and on-the-job learning opportunities learning worker's compensation law, then this is the perfect job for you!
What you'll do:
As a Legal Intern, you will provide administrative, litigation and ongoing research support to your team of attorneys, paralegals, and supporting legal staff.
- Legal Research: You will research legal issues, regulations, legal articles, and relevant supporting laws by using online and offline sources.
- File reviews: analyzing initial file contents, identifying and abstracting pertinent file documents, and aiding in drafting evaluations to clients.
- Record Keeping: File and organize exhibitions, briefs, appeals, and other legal documents. Maintain all records for each case.
- Trial Prep: Assist attorney(s) in preparation for hearings and trials by preparing arguments, motions, contracts, and agreements. You will summarize interrogatories, testimonies, and depositions.
- Investigate: Aid the attorney(s) by calling clients, witnesses, lawyers, and outside parties to schedule interviews, meetings and depositions.
- Administrative Support: Support the attorney(s) by obtaining affidavits and other formal legal documents, reviewing trial transcriptions, and monitoring the attorney's deadlines and calendars.
What we're looking for:
- Ability to communicate effectively with senior management, outside counsel, medical facilities and clients
- Working knowledge of legal research using online and offline sources
- Working knowledge of legal terminology and legal writing
- Knowledge of medical terminology and medical records review is preferred, but not required
- Ability to interact with individuals of all levels, prioritize tasks and work in a fast-paced working environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Education & Qualifications:
- Must be an active law student currently attending law school
- Prior experience in the legal field is preferred, but not required
- Ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Must be able to work in-office in Joliet, IL
About Us:
Evans & Dixon provides Midwest business clients with sophisticated legal advice, responsive communications, and hands-on industry knowledge. Whether we are managing large-scale litigation, serving as outside general counsel or winning in high-stakes trials, our practical and efficient approach gets the job done. If you are looking to broaden your horizons and legal career, then this is the perfect opportunity for you!
The firm does offer a generous benefits package along with compensation based on experience level and client orientation:
- 401(k) and Profit Sharing
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)