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Job DescriptionFurstStaffing is seeking a highly organized and experienced Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join a local law firm. This role is ideal for a motivated professional with at least two years of legal assistant experience, preferably in a litigation setting. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, client-focused, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. This is a Direct Hire position. Hours: 8:30am-5pm Key Responsibilities: • Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys, • Manage legal documents, scheduling, and correspondence, • Maintain case files and track deadlines, • Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and other legal professionals, • Prioritize and manage multiple assignments with accuracy and efficiency, • Take direction from multiple sources while remaining self-directed and proactiveRequired Qualifications:, • Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a legal assistant or paralegal (litigation preferred), • Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, • Strong time management, organizational, oral, and written communication skills, • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines, • Excellent client service and interpersonal skillsCompensation & Benefits:, • Competitive pay based on experience $20-$22, • Comprehensive benefits package, including:, • 401(k) with matching, • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance, • Disability insurance, • Flexible spending account (FSA), • Retirement plan and profit sharing, • Paid time off (PTO), paid sick time, • Free parking, • Opportunities for advancementPlease apply here or contact Courtney or Denessa at 815-229-7810 if already registered with FurstStaffing. #FSCLER

Job Description Heyl Royster is hiring for their Rockford office team and has an immediate opening for a full-time Associate Attorney. This team litigates complex, high-stakes cases and advises clients on the newest development. Associates on the team may handle cases involving numerous areas of general civil litigation, including casualty defense, medical malpractice and professional liability defense, workers compensation defense and civil rights defense. They should expect to argue motions, take depositions, develop case strategy, and try cases with a partner. This team is collaborative: a mentor is assigned to each associate and routine team meetings are held to discuss cases, clients, and developments in the law. To know more about us, visit our website at . Compensation and Benefits The range is 93,000. to 125,000. and the overall compensation package offered will take into account several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, scope & responsibilities of the role, qualifications/credentials, talent availability and specialization, as well as business needs. The range may be modified in the future. This position offers excellent benefits*, for full-time employees, including: • Medical, • Dental, • Vision, • Voluntary Life/ADD, • Employee Assistance Benefits, • Paid Sick/Holiday, • Vacation Leave allows as much as is practicable beyond the minimum of 40 hours, • Dress for Your Day, • Basic term life/ADD, • Short- and Long-Term Disability, • An employer match of employee deferral for the 401K plan Heyl Royster is an equal opportunity employer. At this time, Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. *This benefit list is current at the time of posting but is subject to change at any time.

Job Description Cassiday Schade LLP is actively seeking an associate attorney for its Rockford, IL office with 1-5 years of experience in civil litigation. The ideal candidate will be licensed in Illinois and have experience as a litigation associate. The firm offers a competitive compensation plan and an excellent benefits package in a dynamic work environment that provides substantial opportunities for growth and professional development. RESPONSIBILITIES The associate attorney will be expected to perform the following tasks: · draft pleadings, motions, orders, discovery and legal memoranda; prepare and respond to written discovery;· conduct legal research; · take and defend depositions; · review client documents, draft case evaluations and prepare status report correspondence; · assist with and participate in mediations, pretrial settlement conferences and court appearances; · interact directly with clients, claim professionals, opposing counsel, colleagues and staff; and · manage a substantive case load. REQUIREMENTS Candidates must: · be licensed to practice law in Illinois; · be proficient with Lexis and MS Office; · demonstrate strong legal research and analytical skills; · proactively work both independently and as part of a team; · exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills; and · navigate hearings in state and federal court with poise and professionalism. Company DescriptionABOUT CASSIDAY SCHADE LLP Cassiday Schade LLP is a litigation law firm headquartered in Chicago, with a presence throughout the Midwest. We focus on providing our clients with exceptional and efficient representation and act as national or regional counsel for clients facing nationwide exposures. With experience in virtually all areas of civil litigation, we have a diverse client base and our attorneys provide companies of various sizes with extensive trial experience and case preparation acumen. Throughout our history, we have represented individuals and companies in a variety of industries, including long-term care, insurance, financial services, manufacturing, construction, professional services and transportation. In addition to trial and appellate work, we provide both organizations and individuals with the tools to analyze and prevent risk before litigation arises.ABOUT CASSIDAY SCHADE LLP\r\n\r\nCassiday Schade LLP is a litigation law firm headquartered in Chicago, with a presence throughout the Midwest. We focus on providing our clients with exceptional and efficient representation and act as national or regional counsel for clients facing nationwide exposures. With experience in virtually all areas of civil litigation, we have a diverse client base and our attorneys provide companies of various sizes with extensive trial experience and case preparation acumen. Throughout our history, we have represented individuals and companies in a variety of industries, including long-term care, insurance, financial services, manufacturing, construction, professional services and transportation. In addition to trial and appellate work, we provide both organizations and individuals with the tools to analyze and prevent risk before litigation arises.