Experienced Paralegal

Sterling Lawyers•Arlington Heights, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Sterling Hughes, LLC is a rapidly growing law firm that exclusively practices family law with a fixed fee model. We are looking for a Paralegal to join our supportive, successful, and collaborative legal team based in Illinois. The firm utilizes modern, efficient technology and business practices to reduce stress and increase flexibility. This role involves supporting two attorneys in a fast-paced environment, managing various legal documents and processes, and communicating with clients and other parties involved in legal proceedings.

Requirements

2-3 years of family law experience
Motivated candidates with relevant skills and no family law experience will be considered.
Ability to support two Attorneys in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with e-filing.
Proficiency in drafting and e-filing legal documents.
Experience managing attorney calendars and scheduling.
Experience processing incoming mail and organizing files.
Experience coordinating Qualified Domestic Relations Orders.
Experience with client communication for case updates.
Experience preparing documents for Service and coordinating with Process Servers.

Nice To Haves

Relevant skills and no family law experience

Responsibilities

Support two Attorneys in a fast-paced environment.
File documents initially and in existing e-filed cases, and process payments related to the same.
E-file any/all documents for your attorneys, and update attorneys with any/all changes in e-filing requirements.
Draft and e-file pleadings including Summons and Petition for Dissolution of Marriage, Petition to Establish Parentage, and any other required pleadings in a divorce or parentage proceeding.
Prepare and submit prove-up documents in each county.
Draft and e-file other documents as requested by attorneys, including but not limited to Appearance forms, Temporary Support Pleadings, Requests for Mediation/Guardian ad Litem, Motions, Rule to Show Cause and Financial Affidavits, etc.
Prepare Interrogatories & Requests for Production of Documents.
Prepare Answers to Interrogatories & Requests (compile all documentation; scan, categorize, tag, and draft the written responses; prepare copies per attorney instructions).
Prepare Request for Pretrial: draft Pre-Trial Memos for attorney review; forward Pre-Trial Memos with all exhibits to judge and opposing counsel.
Manage attorney calendars including scheduling all hearings, prove ups and continuously reviewing/reconciling electronic dockets in counties.
Schedule Client, opposing party and opposing counsel calls.
Process incoming mail: scanning documents into the client file, forwarding mail to client and attorney, and determining/coordinating next steps.
Organize and update electronic and/or physical file: Court case, participants, folders, county, judge, opposing counsel, GAL, etc.
File the attorney's in/outbox into physical files.
Coordinate and facilitate the completion and execution of Qualified Domestic Relations Orders.
Closeout files: confirm that the attorney sent a closing email and that our billing department has any financial information needed to complete the closing process.
Enter and submit for reimbursement any case expenses.
Order office supplies, fill paper in printers, change printer cartridges when needed, add funds to the postage meter, and fulfill other office duties as necessary.
Carry out follow-up communication with clients for case updates, incoming/outgoing mail, new hearing dates, scheduling meetings with the attorneys, etc.
Prepare documents for Service, coordinating with the Process Server, and providing all documents; follow-up to confirm service, file Affidavit of Service, and inform the attorney/client of the same.