Paralegal Professional

Are you ready to start a career with a company that is known for longevity, trust, and honor for all of our employees, peers, and clients?

• Springfield, IL 62702:
  Relocate before starting work (Required)

The Law Offices of Frederick W. Nessler & Associates, LTD. has an opening for a hardworking, highly motivated team player who has Litigation Paralegal experience to join our firm in Springfield, Illinois.

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Litigation Paralegal to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a thorough understanding of legal procedures and terminology related to litigation. The Litigation Paralegal will work closely with attorneys to assist in all phases of the litigation process.

Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys in drafting legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and responses.
• Conduct legal research using various online resources and databases.
• Manage and organize case files and documents, including indexing and preparing exhibits for trial.
• Coordinate with clients, witnesses, and experts to schedule meetings, depositions, and court appearances.
• Assist with trial preparation, including preparing trial notebooks and exhibits.
• Maintain communication with clients to provide case updates and gather necessary information.
• Prepare and file documents with state and federal courts, including e-filing when applicable.
• Perform administrative tasks such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, and managing attorney calendars.

Qualifications:

• Paralegal certificate-preferred but not required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working as a litigation paralegal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research platforms such as Westlaw or Lexis Nexis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work product.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of state and federal court rules and procedures.
• Familiarity with electronic document management systems and e-discovery processes.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 – $45,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

No Fees unless you win!

Fill out the form and someone from our team will reach out to you shortly to discuss available opportunities.

With over 40 years of experience fighting for the injured, Nessler Law is ready to hear your story and fight for the compensation you deserve.