Criminal Defense Paralegal

Overview

Criminal Defense Paralegal
Dohman Law Group, P.C. – On-Site | Rolling Meadows, IL

Position: Full-Time, On-Site

Compensation: $40,000–$50,000/year

At the Dohman Law Group, we are more than just a DUI defense firm; we’re a team dedicated to helping good people through hard times. We help people through some of the toughest moments of their lives, and we take pride in fighting for their freedom, their reputation, and their future. Through both litigation and negotiation, we fight to secure a fresh start for clients after being charged with DUI, traffic, or a criminal offense.

While our name has been at the forefront of DUI and criminal defense for more than four decades, we continue to evolve as a rapidly growing, dynamic, and innovative DUI, traffic & criminal defense firm dedicated to providing personalized legal services to clients who are looking for a new path forward. Our firm has two primary offices – one in Rolling Meadows (Cook County) and one in Wheaton (DuPage County) and we serve clients throughout the entire Chicagoland area.

We are seeking a Criminal Defense Paralegal to join our Rolling Meadows office. This is an on-site administrative role, not research-intensive, ideal for someone who thrives on organization, follow-through, and efficient communication. You’ll play a vital role in managing client files, preparing discovery, and supporting attorneys in delivering exceptional service.

• Supportive, growth-oriented team environment.
• Hands-on role with meaningful impact on clients’ lives.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

• Manage and organize client files from intake to resolution.
• Draft mitigation letters and assist with discovery organization.
• Coordinate with clients, courts, prosecutors, and law enforcement agencies.
• Track and maintain case calendars and deadlines.
• Ensure accurate document filing, correspondence, and case progress tracking.
• Support attorneys in meeting KPI targets.
• Download, organize, and review physical discovery, including video evidence.

• 1 year of Paralegal Experience.
• Prior experience in criminal defense or litigation is a plus.
• Knowledge of Illinois criminal court procedures and e-filing systems preferred.
• Excellent communication, organization, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and case management software.

We help good people through tough times
. At the Dohman Law Group, we fight every day to get clients’ lives back on track after a DUI, traffic, or criminal offense.

We are a rapidly growing, dynamic, and innovative DUI, traffic & criminal defense firm dedicated to providing personalized legal services to clients who are looking for a new path forward.

Our name has been at the forefront of DUI and criminal defense throughout the Chicagoland area for more than 45 years. We know the community, the law, and the court systems of the area. We have been recognized as leading DUI attorneys, both locally and nationally. While we take pride in the reputation we have built, our passion for helping clients is what sets us apart from other law firms.