Description We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Paralegal to join our team on a contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. This position focuses on pre-litigation personal injury cases, requiring excellent organizational abilities and a proactive approach to case management. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in supporting attorneys through legal research, document preparation, and communication with clients and third parties.
Responsibilities:
Manage assigned pre-litigation cases with accuracy and timeliness, ensuring all necessary data is compiled for attorney review.
Maintain consistent and clear communication with clients, insurance adjusters, attorneys, and government entities.
Retrieve, review, and organize medical records to support case evaluations.
Investigate insurance coverage details to determine applicability and benefits.
Calculate damage summaries, including medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage.
Draft detailed demand letters for insurance companies to initiate claims.
Prepare and submit investigative requests as required to support case development.
Update and organize digital client files, ensuring all documentation is current and accessible.
Provide assistance to the legal team with other tasks as needed to ensure smooth operations. Requirements - Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Adobe applications.
Solid understanding of legal practices, procedures, and terminology.
Strong clerical and administrative skills, including attention to detail.
Excellent command of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
Familiarity with case and file management software or related applications.
Demonstrated research and investigative abilities.
Experience working with personal injury plaintiffs and pre-litigation processes is highly preferred.
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