Paralegal

at Robert Half in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Description We are inviting applications for the role of a Paralegal in Chicago, Illinois. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a diverse environment, handling legal documentation, managing calendars, and abstracting medical records. This is a contract employment opportunity that does not require long-term commitment.

Responsibilities:

- Manage the collection and ordering of medical records, ensuring their accuracy and relevancy.

- Summarize deposition transcripts and medical records to provide clear and concise information for case management.

- Draft, revise, and manage legal documents including pleadings, motions, and correspondence with clients.

- Maintain an organized and efficient calendar system, accurately inputting dates into the case management system.

- Utilize Timeslips for various tasks, enhancing efficiency in the workplace.

- Abstract depositions and medical records for cases, providing clear and concise summaries.

- Use various software such as Aderant, Adobe Acrobat, and Automated City Register Information System (ACRIS) to streamline tasks and improve productivity.

- Handle client communication effectively, ensuring all queries and concerns are addressed promptly and professionally.

- Carry out calendaring and docketing duties, ensuring all important dates and deadlines are accurately recorded and met.

- Draft pleadings and motions, ensuring they are accurate, comprehensive, and compliant with legal standards. Requirements – A minimum of one year of experience in a paralegal role.

- Proficiency in using Aderant software for legal practice management.

- Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat for document management.

- Experience with Automated City Register Information System (ACRIS) is preferred.

- Proficiency in using case management software to organize and manage legal cases.

- Knowledge of CompuLaw for calendar and docket management.

- Experience in handling billing functions in a law firm.

- Ability to brief legal teams effectively.

- Proficiency in calendar management for scheduling meetings and court dates.

- Experience in claim administration in legal cases.

- Strong communication skills for effective client communication.

- Familiarity with Timeslips for time tracking in legal cases.

- Experience with Electronic Medical Record systems.

- Ability to abstract medical records in a legal context.

- Experience in reviewing medical records for legal cases.

- Proficiency in calendaring and docketing using specialized software.

- Experience in case management in a legal setting.

- Ability to schedule depositions as part of the legal process.

- Experience in conducting depositions is preferred.

- Proficiency in drafting legal documents.

- Experience in drafting pleadings for court cases.

- Ability to draft motions for legal proceedings.

- Strong client communication skills for providing updates and answering queries.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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