What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Paralegal - Legal Assistant position at Shapiro Legal Search?
Litigation paralegals and legal assistants in Peoria: A busy plaintiff firm needs you!
A well-established plaintiff firm in Peoria, IL, who represents injured people, and not insurance companies, is looking for an experienced right hand to support the attorney who leads their complex litigation group.
The role: Paralegal / Legal Assistant / Legal Secretary, personal injury and medical malpractice litigation
What you would do:
- Support the head of the complex litigation department directly
- Manage scheduling and the attorney's calendar
- Handle docketing and deadlines
- Prepare and file court documents
- Draft, track and organize discovery
What they are looking for:
- Prior law firm experience in Illinois personal injury litigation
- Medical malpractice litigation experience
- Someone organized and dependable who can keep a heavy litigation docket on track
Why it's worth a look:
- An immediate need, so the process will move quickly
- Substantive work on complex, high-stakes cases
- A stable firm with a strong regional name and more work than hands
- Work that matters to the people the firm represents
Salary : $22 - $35