Paralegal

Illinois House of Representatives•Springfield, IL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Illinois House of Representatives Legal Unit is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Paralegal to provide comprehensive legal, administrative, and research support to staff attorneys at the direction of the Chief Counsel. This position plays a key role in assisting with legislative drafting, tracking state legislation, organizing committee documentation, and supporting legal compliance and research initiatives in a fast-paced public policy environment.

Requirements

Minimum two years of paralegal or legal assistant experience, preferably in government, legislative affairs, or administrative law preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies, Political Science, Legal Studies, or a related field preferred.
Strong understanding of the legislative process and legal terminology.
Proficiency with legal research databases and standard office software tools. Google Suite is preferred.
Ability to prioritize and coordinate projects for multiple attorneys simultaneously.
Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with keen attention to detail.
Ability to handle confidential materials with discretion.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Preferably in government, legislative affairs, or administrative law experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies, Political Science, Legal Studies, or a related field.
Google Suite proficiency.

Responsibilities

Conduct legal, statutory, legislative, and policy research under attorney supervision.
Prepare, assemble, organize, and synthesize information and other materials managed by the Legal Unit.
Assist attorneys in drafting and reviewing legislative proposals, amendments, resolutions, legal memoranda, and other relevant work products.
Maintain legal files, electronic document repositories, and legislative reference databases.
Respond to legal research inquiries from House members, legislative staff, and state agency personnel under attorney supervision.
Assist in the coordination, scheduling, and confirmation of meetings between attorneys and legislative stakeholders.
Perform other administrative duties as needed to support the legal office operations.
Maintain the highest level of confidentiality for all matters.