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Family Law Paralegal

United States, Chicago Contract work 25.00 - 30.00 USD / Hour · Job Posted June 10, 2026
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Job Description

We are looking for a Paralegal to support a busy legal team in Chicago, Illinois. This Long-term Contract opportunity is well suited for someone who thrives in a high-volume setting, keeps case activity organized, and brings strong attention to detail to daily legal support work. The ideal candidate will be comfortable partnering closely with attorneys, preparing family law and civil litigation documents, and ensuring deadlines, filings, and billing tasks are handled promptly and accurately.

Job Responsibility

  • Support assigned attorneys by coordinating case activity and maintaining organized matter files from intake through ongoing proceedings
  • Prepare, review, and revise pleadings and other legal documents with a strong focus on family law matters and related civil litigation work
  • Monitor shared mailboxes and respond to incoming correspondence by routing items, tracking follow-up needs, and keeping case information current
  • Upload filed documents into case management systems and verify that records are complete, accurate, and easy to retrieve
  • Maintain attorney calendars by scheduling hearings, meetings, and key deadlines while helping prevent conflicts or missed dates
  • Enter billable time and case-related activity promptly to support accurate records and timely client invoicing
  • Track court deadlines, filing requirements, and outstanding tasks to help cases move forward efficiently in a fast-paced environment
  • Collaborate with legal staff and attorneys to ensure filings, communications, and case updates are handled with precision and urgency

Requirements

  • Previous paralegal experience supporting attorneys in a law firm or legal department environment
  • Familiarity with family law procedures and documentation
  • related civil litigation experience is also valuable
  • Demonstrated ability to draft and manage pleadings and other court-related documents accurately
  • Proficiency with case management software and document organization tools used in legal settings
  • Strong calendar management skills with the ability to prioritize deadlines and coordinate multiple case schedules
  • Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-moving practice
  • Ability to manage high volumes of correspondence, filings, and administrative tasks without sacrificing accuracy

What we offer

  • Medical
  • Vision
  • Dental
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Company 401(k) plan
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