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Legal Administrative Assistant – Litigation Jobs in Baltimore, MD at Gallagher Evelius & Jones
Job Opening: Experienced Paralegal
Location: Crystal Lake, Illinois Position: Full-Time, In-Office (Potential for Hybrid in the Future)
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team in Crystal Lake, Illinois.
Responsibilities:
Assist attorneys in all phases of family law cases, including document preparation, discovery, and trial preparation
Conduct legal research and draft legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and agreements using Lexis- Advance
Manage case files and maintain accurate records using Smokeball and Family Law Software
Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel in a professional, friendly, and compassionate manner
Perform administrative tasks, including scheduling, calendaring, and filing
Requirements:
Paralegal certificate from an accredited program
Minimum of 5 years of experience as a paralegal in family law
Proficiency with Smokeball, Family Law Software, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), Financial Affidavits, answering discovery, scheduling depositions
Experience with Odyssey, Infotrak and other State of Illinois court filing systems
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Extensive knowledge of Illinois family law procedures and court rules
Ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision
Benefits:
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Paid time off for sick time, vacation and holidays
Professional development opportunities
Potential for hybrid work arrangement in the future
To Apply: Please submit your resume, cover letter, and references to [insert contact information]. In your cover letter, please highlight your experience with Smokeball, Family Law Software, and Microsoft Office Suite, as well as your familiarity with Illinois court filing systems, financial affidavits, and family law procedures.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace. We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing how you can contribute to our team.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $88,745.00 – $98,092.00 per year
Benefits:
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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Title: Legal Administrative Assistant – Litigation
Company: Gallagher Evelius & Jones
Location: Baltimore, MD
