Job Description
Job Description
Paralegal Job Summary
Zwelling Law, PLLC is seeking a skilled and experienced Paralegal to support our legal team. You will work closely with our attorneys from the beginning of a case through the end, including if it goes to trial. Candidates must have 3-8 years’ experience with, trial preparation, handling discovery, drafting legal documents, efiling, coordinating depositions and assisting the attorneys with case management. The candidate must be able to multi-task several assignments under tight deadlines, and be proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe, Odyssey e-filing, and Microsoft Outlook. Salary range is $60,000 - $75,000 commensurate with experience.
Zwelling Law, PLLC, is a firm representing nursing homes in the areas of defense litigation, tax appeals and real estate. The advertised position is for a paralegal in the litigation department. The firm offers competitive salary, health benefits and a flexible work environment. The firm is young with plans to grow. This is a ground floor opportunity to work with one of Chicago's newest firms servicing the healthcare industry.
Paralegal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepare initial drafts of pleadings, discovery documents and simple motions
- File documents and serve on all counsel Assist trial attorneys with trial preparation and during trial
- Keep attorneys’ calendar
Paralegal Requirements and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- National certification, such as those offered by NALA or AACP, is a plus
- Proficient in Microsoft Office including Outlook
- Proficient in Adobe
- Excellent communication and organization skills
Benefits:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life insurance policies
Please send resume to durvisa@zwellinglaw.com
Company DescriptionZwelling Law, PLLC is a firm representing nursing homes in the areas of defense litigation, tax appeals and real estate serving the greater Chicagoland area since 2021.
Company Description
Zwelling Law, PLLC is a firm representing nursing homes in the areas of defense litigation, tax appeals and real estate serving the greater Chicagoland area since 2021.