Paralegal jobs in Illinois - Page 7

Job DescriptionSalary: $50,000 Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Paralegal to provide essential legal and administrative support to two supervisory attorneys. This is an in-office position with standard hours of Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and a professional demeanor. This role focuses on legal research, document preparation, deadline tracking, and client communication, with an emphasis on property tax appeals and related legal processes. Primary Responsibilities: • Legal Research and Documentation:, • Conduct in-depth legal research related to property tax appeals, including analyzing property values, tax rates, and relevant regulations., • Draft, proofread, and file legal documents, including appeal forms, cover letters, and correspondence with local governments., • Prepare and organize materials for hearings, ensuring all documentation is accurate and complete., • Case Management:, • Track and manage deadlines for property tax appeals and other legal matters., • Maintain and update a database of electronic client files, ensuring all records are current and easily accessible., • Generate client reports and summaries as requested by attorneys., • Hearing Coordination:, • Schedule and coordinate hearings with local officials and internal teams., • Communicate with various stakeholders nationwide to ensure smooth hearing processes., • Client Communication:, • Serve as a point of contact for clients, responding to inquiries via phone, email, and written correspondence., • Provide updates on case statuses and assist with client-related administrative tasks., • Administrative Support:, • Manage attorneys calendars, including scheduling meetings, hearings, and deadlines., • Process incoming mail and correspondence, routing it appropriately., • Bachelors degree (preferably in Business & Management, Legal Studies, or a related field). Candidates without a bachelors degree will not be considered., • Minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale., • Two years of office experience, preferably in a legal or professional services environment., • Strong organizational and time-management skills., • Professional appearance and demeanor., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)., • Strong legal research and analytical skills., • Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment., • Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and compliance., • Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision., • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients, attorneys, and external parties., • Familiarity with financial or accounting principles is a plus., • Starting Salary: $50,000 annually., • 120 hours of PTO after a 90-day probation period (unused hours are forfeited annually)., • Typically, 17+ paid holidays per year., • Employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums for the employee., • 3% employer 401k contribution after two years of employment., • Business casual dress code, with exceptions based on assigned tasks., • Team-oriented work environment. If you are a motivated, organized, and professional individual with a passion for legal work, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity to join our team and contribute to our success!

Job Description Hogsalt is looking for a full time Paralegal to join our team! As the paralegal, you will work closely with our General Counsel to support a wide range of legal matters across our growing hospitality group. We offer a full suite of benefits and perks, including medical, dental, vision, life, a 401(k), commuter benefits, dining rewards, and vested Paid Time Off! Experience & Qualifications: • Minimum of 3 years of experience as a paralegal, preferably with exposure to hospitality, real estate, or corporate law, • Bachelor’s degree and paralegal certification preferred, • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, • Experience working with contracts, leases, and licensing is a plus, • Notary Public certification preferred, or willingness to obtain notary commission upon hire, • Manage contract lifecycle for all leases and commercial contracts, • Litigation case management; maintain pleadings and filings in database, • Assist in managing the company’s legal calendar, including filing deadlines and compliance dates, • Support licensing efforts across multiple locations and jurisdictions, • Assist with entity formation and maintenance, including related filings, • Manage invoices from legal service providers, • Maintain and update corporate records, including entity filings, • Provide administrative support to the General Counsel as needed Hogsalt is not your typical restaurant group. Guests know us for transportive spaces and sumptuous fare, but what we are most proud of is the generosity we extend to our teams. Our service team reimagines hospitality with energy and a sense of fun. Our culinary team makes classic dishes so expertly that you'll remember why they became classics. No matter which of our 20+ restaurants you visit, you'll see we're an organization that makes people - our guests and ourselves - happy. READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM? Your time is valuable! Apply directly to this ad!