Non-Attorney Positions (receptionist, paralegal, secretary, etc.
Paralegal
Full-time paralegal position available immediately. LeFante Law Offices, P.C. is a very busy, fast paced, and growing law firm located in downtown Peoria concentrating in personal injury, workers’ compensation, medical malpractice, and civil litigation. This position requires candidates to be extremely organized, pay close attention to details, maintain initiative, excel in customer service skills, and have excellent time management skills. Candidates must also have strong grammatical skills, communication skills, professionalism, and be computer and technology proficient. Candidates will be expected to organize and summarize medical records, maintain client relationships and communication, and prepare written documents including correspondence, pleadings, and discovery. Experience is preferred, but not required. Salary is commensurate with experience. Please send resumes to agregory@lefantelaw.com. No phone calls, please.
Legal Assistant
Well established general practice firm has a staff position opening in our Pekin, IL office. There are two attorneys in the firm and two other staff persons. The position is for a legal assistant with or without a paralegal certification. Experience is preferred, but not mandatory. Starting compensation will be based on experience and qualifications. Once qualified, we offer 401k and paid vacation. Our primary practice areas are Bankruptcy, Probate, Estate Planning, Family Law and a limited amount of litigation in various areas. Resumes should be sent to pcbaasst@mtco.com with reference number 071724.
Legal Assistant
Kepple Law practices in the areas of real estate, business, estate planning, probate, and civil litigation in Illinois and Arizona. We have an environment that is focused on growing our people and our business. We invest in getting better and building an awesome business. We are coming off our best year ever, so come join us as we build a multistate law practice. If you are a team player and do amazing work, let's talk!
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Legal Assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Paralegal
Hexagon's Autonomous Solutions division is hiring a Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join its global legal & compliance team. This position may be based in Calgary, AB or Peoria, IL. Reporting to our VP, Division General Counsel and Compliance Officer, you will provide support for our division’s legal and compliance operations, commercial transactions, corporate governance, and intellectual property matters. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of relevant experience in business, IP and/or regulatory law acquired at a large firm or multinational company. For more information, please visit: https://careers-hexagonpositioning.icims.com/jobs/2621/paralegal/job?mobile=false&width=1148&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-420&jun1offset=-360
Paralegal
Family Law Firm has an immediate opening for a paralegal that is organized, pays attention to detail, and can prioritize workloads. Compensation commensurate with experience. Submit resume with references to daileylawcenter@mtco.com.
Legal Assistant
The Office of the Attorney General has an opening for a legal secretary. For more information and to apply, click here.
Paralegal
The city of Bloomington has an opening for a paralegal. For more information and to apply, click here.
Administrative Assistant
Part- time administrative assistant position in a fast-paced mid-size law firm in downtown Peoria. The responsibilities would include but are not limited to:
- Assist with client phone calls and redirect them when necessary
- Prepare and disseminate correspondence, memos and forms
- Develop and maintain a filing system
- Make travel arrangements
- Undertake occasional receptionist duties
Requirements would include but are not limited to:
- Familiarity with office organization and optimization techniques
- High degree of multi-tasking and time management capability
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated
- Attention to detail
- Integrity and professionalism
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Proficient typing skills
- High school diploma
Email cover letter and resume to Amanda Campbell at administration@dcamplaw.com.
Paralegal / Legal Assistant
Immediate opening for a workers’ compensation legal assistant in Peoria, IL. We are looking for someone who is proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, e-filing, and transcription. Our compensation packages are commensurate with experience and skills and include Group Health Insurance, 401(k) matching, and other earned incentives. To apply send your resume and references to pcbaasst@mtco.com with reference number 071023
Paralegal
Knight Nicastro MacKay, LLC, a litigation firm with a growing national practice, is seeking a skilled litigation paralegal for our expanding practice in our Peoria office. An ideal candidate will be a self-starter who has strong analytical and organizational skills, the ability to prioritize work for multiple attorneys, and the ability to work well with team members. Experience with analyzing medical records is a plus. Must have excellent communication skills and function well in a team setting.
Skills must include Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel, as well as advanced skills with Adobe. Experience with case management software and time/billing software is required. Must be proficient in e-filing (state and federal level), docketing, file organization, document management and production, preparing disclosure and discovery documents, preparing basic motions, preparing for depositions and trials, and trial assistance. Some travel is required for trials. Diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience and abilities and excellent benefits including health, dental, life insurance, short and long-term disability, and matching 401(k) participation. Interested candidates should submit resume to marshall@knightnicastro.com.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience: paralegal: 4 years (Preferred)
License/Certification: Paralegal Certificate (Preferred)
Legal Assistant
Full time legal assistant for downtown Pekin law office. Minimum 0 - 3 years of law office experience is preferred. Emphasis on Family Law matters, including divorce, custody and child support, and other fields such as Probate, Real Estate, Foreclosure, and general litigation. Must be articulate, well organized, and able to deal with the public. Duties include answering the phone, scheduling appointments, processing of files, preparation of pleadings, meeting with clients, scheduling and noticing hearings. Competitive salary and benefits are available. Please attach a resume, include your email address, telephone number in your response, and best time to call and send it to pcbaasst@mtco.com with reference number 092122
Legal Assistant
Hasselberg Grebe Snodgrass Urban & Wentworth seeks an experienced and qualified full time legal assistant. Must have the ability to manage the accurate and expedient transcription and assembly of pleadings and documents, scheduling and docket management, data entry, client communications, filing, competence with computer applications common to the legal environment, and assisting assigned attorneys. We offer an attractive compensation and benefit package. Benefits include employer funded retirement plan, employer paid health and dental insurance for employee, employer funded HRA, employer paid parking, paid vacation and sick leave, major holidays off, three Friday afternoons off in summer, summer hours 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. We are an equal opportunity employer. Please forward your resume, cover letter and references to:
Attorney David Wentworth
401 Main St., Ste. 1400
Peoria, IL 61602.
LEGAL ASSISTANT/RECEPTIONIST
Law Office of Louis P. Milot, Riverview Plaza (Chase Bank Building), 411 Hamilton Blvd., Suite 1928, Peoria, Illinois 61602. General Practice. Must be comfortable working and dealing with a variety of individuals. Seeking individual with proficiency in Microsoft Word. Individual should be detailed-oriented, have good interpersonal skills, possess multi-tasking and organizational skills. Good telephone and writing skills important. The individual must be able to work in a professional environment and maintain strict confidentiality concerning clients and operations. Experience with Odyssey (e-filing) and scanning software (e.g. Paperport, etc.) would be helpful. Duties vary and include, but are not limited to, preparation and e-filing of legal correspondence, pleading and forms; screening clients; case management; scheduling appointments and general receptionist duties. Between 35-40 hours each week but will consider part-time hours. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Paid vacation and paid holidays. Those interested should submit a letter of interest, updated resume or brief statement of their qualifications to Louis Milot at the above address or via e-mail at lawshop@mtco.com.
Paralegal/Legal Secretary
Established Pekin law firm practicing primarily in the areas of estate planning, probate, real estate, and business matters seeks a paralegal or legal secretary. The ideal candidate should have excellent computer skills and be organized, detail-oriented and possess the ability to multi-task.
Primary responsibilities include assisting our three attorneys by:
• Answering and transferring calls;
• Typing documents, correspondence, pleadings, and court filings for attorney review;
• Electronically filing documents with the court;
• Other administrative duties as assigned.
No prior legal experience is required. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Please direct all inquiries and resumes to jasonproehl@grics.net.
Attorney Positions OSF Healthcare Meyer Capel, A Professional Corporation, is a diversified mid-sized (35+ attorney) Central Illinois law firm seeking candidates for an associate litigation position at our Champaign, Illinois office. This position is for candidates seeking to practice in a wide variety of civil litigation matters, including but not limited to conflicts arising from construction contracts and projects, contract disputes, and landlord/tenant issues. The ideal candidate will have at minimum two (2) years of relevant litigation experience. The potential scope of work may include, among other tasks, (1) independently oversee the day-to-day handling of litigation files; (2) engage in all phases of litigation including taking and defending depositions, drafting summary judgement, and trial preparation; (3) draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, appeals, agreements, and settlements; (4) collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals, and legal support staff to ensure a cohesive approach to case management; (5) advise clients on the their legal rights and obligations, and suggest the best course of action in their particular situation; and (6) provide legal representation for clients in court proceedings related to civil matters. To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript (unofficial will suffice), and writing sample by e-mail to recruiting@meyercapel.com. For additional information regarding this position, please visit https://www.meyercapel.com/careers.
The Tazewell County Public Defender’s Office is seeking a candidate to fill a position as an assistant public defender primarily in Juvenile Abuse and Neglect Court. Job responsibilities include: defending clients in cases as assigned by the court; communicating regularly with clients; negotiating with prosecution on behalf of the client; reviewing police and lab reports to advise clients; interviewing civilian and police witnesses; and, representing clients at trial. Candidates must possess a Juris Doctor degree and have an unrestricted license to practice law in the State of Illinois. Prior experience in the Juvenile Court is preferred, but not mandatory. Compensation $68,000 - $78,000, commensurate with experience and includes full benefits package and enrollment in IMRF.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume, via email to Luke Taylor, Tazewell County Public Defender at: ltaylor@tazewell-il.gov
Prairie State Legal Services has recently added to their current list of job openings. For more information and to apply, click here.
Quinn Johnston seeks an associate with litigation experience for its Peoria office. An exceptional candidate would have experience in all aspects of litigation, including completing written discovery, researching and drafting motions, taking depositions, and assisting with trial preparation while demonstrating a strong work ethic and commitment to client satisfaction.
Please click the link below to submit your cover letter and resume. https://www.quinnjohnston.com/litigation-associate/
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Assistant United States Attorney The United States Attorney’s Office for the Central District of Illinois has a vacancy in our Criminal Division for an Assistant U. S. Attorney. Below is the link for the job announcement. Any questions should be directed to Fabiola LaPorte, HR Specialist, 217-402-4483.
The link is provided here: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/794024800
Criminal Defense Lawyer Heyl, Royster, Voelker & Allen, P.C. has a current opening for an Associate Attorney. We offer a collaborative and innovative team dynamic, an experienced-based competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a flexible work schedule.
Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school required. Active State of Illinois Law license, in good standing OR Candidate who will complete the bar exam in July 2024
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM? Would you love to be part of a premier legal team dedicated to exceptional results? If this sounds like the opportunity you've been waiting for, apply today! To know more about us, visit our website at www.heylroyster.com To Apply: Please click the link below to submit your resume and do a quick application. https://heylroyster.isolvedhire.com/jobs/
Heyl Royster is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer
Job Description: The Office of William C. Connor, Attorney at Law, P.C. is seeking a full-time associate attorney with 0-5 years of experience who may work remotely either full or part-time or in person. The firm practices various areas of law including but not limited to: commercial litigation, estate planning, probate, contested estates, and general representation of municipalities and businesses. The firm is designed for 3 attorneys and multiple paralegals. Good client base and a short route (most likely one year) to partnership for the right candidate. Great support staff and early experience with significant cases are further highlights. Job Time Commitment: Full time Remote or In person Salary: TBD Interview Format: Video Conference Interview Application Method Primary Contact: Melissa Heathcoat (Paralegal/Recruiting Administrator) Apply via Email: melissa.heathcoat@wccattyatlaw.com Application Documents: Resume, Cover Letter, Writing Sample
The City of Decatur has an opening for an Assistant Corporation Counsel. For more information and to apply, click here. The caseload will depend on the candidate’s experience and interest, and ranges from traffic to felony. Job responsibilities include meeting with clients, conducting plea negotiations, bench and jury trials, and assisting with detention hearings. A successful applicant must be skilled in trial advocacy, communication, legal research, and have both the ability and desire to zealously advocate for our clients. The Office provides opportunities for ongoing training, encourages a work-life balance, and offers an aggressive salary commensurate with experience. Salary and compensation package for staff attorneys includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, and participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund pension program. Staff attorneys also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Salary range for entry-level staff attorneys begins at $68,000, and for experienced attorneys begins at $83,000 and is dependent upon years licensed, qualifications, and experience. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Kristen Collins, 324 Main St., Room G4, Peoria, IL, 61602, or via email to publicdefender@peoriacounty.gov. Peoria County is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/AA We are a busy and growing personal injury law firm based in Peoria, Illinois and representing clients throughout the State. We are seeking to hire highly motivated and diligent litigation attorneys. We provide various benefits including 401k, pension, health insurance (including dental and vision), Aflac coverage, parking, and yearly incentive bonuses. The law firm provides profit sharing in the 401K and pension each year. Compensation commensurate with experience. The firm strives for a great work environment with a good work/life balance. Please send resumes to agregory@lefantelaw.com.
Boutique Family Law Firm based in Chicago seeks an attorney with three to five years of experience in family law for a remote position. Applicants must be organized and have strong writing and communication skills. The ideal candidate should have a positive attitude and enjoy working as part of a team. Please forward inquiries and résumés to: info@recent-law.com.
Elias, Meginnes & Seghetti, P.C., Peoria, IL, has an immediate opening for an attorney with 0-4 years experience to concentrate in transactional work, focusing on real estate, estate planning, business and municipal law. Competitive salary and bonus package, dependent on qualifications and experience. Contact Michael R. Seghetti, 416 Main St., Suite 1400, Peoria, IL 61602, 309-672-6365, email mseghetti@emrslaw.com.
Associate Attorney-Sorling Northrup Located in Springfield, Sorling Northrup is one of the largest and most well-respected law firms in downstate Illinois. We are looking for an associate attorney to join our well-established and progressive Central Illinois practice. Our firm offers opportunities for continued growth in a number of civil practice areas. Candidates should possess exceptional abilities in writing, communication, analysis, and legal research. While candidates should be self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision, they can also expect to enjoy working in a collaborative manner with partners and other associates. The position offers a competitive salary and bonus structure, fully-paid health and dental insurance, available profit sharing and 401(k) plans, and firm payment of continuing legal education expenses and bar membership fees. Two to five years of experience is preferred, but all interested candidates are encouraged to apply. Please submit resumes to jacole@sorlinglaw.com. Associate Attorney Are you looking for an opportunity to showcase your litigation skills and try complex cases to verdict? Knight Nicastro MacKay, LLC, a nationally renowned civil litigation firm, is seeking an associate with 4 to 7 years of litigation experience to join its growing practice. We are looking for an experienced litigator who is interested in civil defense including representing Fortune 500 companies. Ideal candidate is capable of independently working-up complex casualty cases for trial and representing clients in the courtroom as part of the trial team. This position is not relegated to answering discovery and writing briefs. We are seeking litigators looking to depose key witnesses, conduct direct and cross-examinations of witnesses at trial, and handle oral arguments of motions before the Court. If you are a strong litigator who enjoys closely collaborating with clients, developing creative solutions, and trying difficult cases, this position is for you. Diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. All candidates must be licensed in Illinois. KNM offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to advance within the firm, including partnership. Attorneys are also provided marketing budgets to assist them in their professional development. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, and matching 401(k). Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to marshall@knightnicastro.com. Job Type: Full-time Benefits:
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Associate Attorney Peoria-area law firm, Hanauer Law Office, LLC, is looking for a full-time associate attorney who has a special interest in trial work, family law, and criminal defense work. The associate attorney hired will appear in court, draft pleadings, prepare discovery, and consult with clients. For more information, click here.
Associate Attorney The Law Office of Damon Young, LLC is looking for an associate attorney. The firm practices in various areas of law but mainly workers Compensation and personal injury. Please send resume and cover page to damon@damonyounglaw.com.
Associate Attorney Miller, Hall & Triggs, LLC seeks a local attorney with 1 - 10 years of experience in the firm's primary practice areas of commercial and residential real estate, government and education law, trust and estate planning, or corporate and business law. Excellent credentials, strong communication skills, and relevant work experience are important. Competitive salary and benefits package to be commensurate with experience. Please send resume in confidence to Miller, Hall & Triggs, Attn: Hiring Partner, 416 Main Street, Suite 1125, Peoria, IL 61602, or by email at hiring@mhtlaw.com<mailto:hiring@mhtlaw.com>.
Estate and Trust Attorney Meyer Capel, A Professional Corporation, is a diversified mid-sized (35+ attorney) Central Illinois law firm seeking candidates for an associate or shareholder attorney position at our Champaign, Illinois office. This position is for candidates seeking to practice in the areas of estate and trust planning and administration, wealth preservation, tax planning, and business succession planning. The firm is considering candidates of all experience levels and no book of business is required. The potential scope of work may include, among other tasks, (1) providing estate and trust planning and administration counsel to clients of varying backgrounds, including but not limited to high net worth individuals, entrepreneurs, and their families; (2) representing fiduciaries throughout the probate and trust settlement process; (3) designing customized estate plans; (4) drafting wills, revocable trusts, irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, trust funding instruments, and other transfer instruments of varying sophistication and objectives; (5) crafting business ownership succession plans and strategies for asset protection and tax efficiency; (6) advising clients regarding philanthropic and gifting solutions; and (7) preparing IRS Form 709 gift tax returns and federal and state estate and generation-skipping transfer tax returns. To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript (unofficial will suffice), and writing sample by e-mail to Forrest Heyman at fheyman@meyercapel.com. For additional information regarding this position, please visit https://www.meyercapel.com/careers. Associate Attorneys Hasselberg Grebe Snodgrass Urban & Wentworth is looking for three (3) full time associate attorneys to join our growing, 13-attorney law firm. Based in Peoria, our firm also has an office in Lacon, Illinois. Our law firm has a diverse practice ranging from litigation to transactional work. We represent individuals, businesses, grain elevators and cooperatives, banks and trust departments, and municipalities in complex matters. Our associate attorneys have the opportunity to work in many different practice areas and have client contact early in their careers. Our firm also offers extensive mentoring in the practice of law as well as in business development and marketing. We offer an attractive compensation package and comprehensive benefits. We seek individuals with 1-6 years of experience that have a strong academic background and strong communication skills. Our law firm is proud of its strong culture and we are seeking attorneys that wish to collaborate with others. We are also seeking individuals that want to be active in the Central Illinois community and are interested in business development. Please send a cover letter and resume to David Wiest at dwiest@hgsuw.com. For more information about our law firm, please visit www.hgusw.com. Central Illinois Personal Injury Law Firm Seeking Associate We are a busy and growing law firm that is seeking to add a highly motivated and hardworking litigation attorney. We provide various benefits including 401k, pension, health insurance (including dental and vision), Aflac coverage, and yearly incentive bonuses. Compensation commensurate with experience. Please send resumes to aduhon@lefantelaw.com.
We are a criminal defense firm in downtown Peoria. We are passionate about criminal defense, and we make it a point to work closely with our clients. We are looking for a full-time associate attorney, but we will accept a contract attorney as well. Our firm is looking for someone who has a passion for criminal defense and has compassion for others. We want someone who is devoted to this work, and someone who wants to right the injustices that occur in our justice system. Job Description: The Law Offices of Maureen Williams looking for an associate criminal defense attorney to work alongside Attorney Maureen Williams. This person will go to court appearances, meet with clients, help answer client questions, and help prepare cases for court. While most of our cases are in Peoria, Tazewell, and McLean, we work in the central Illinois region and often cover cases in the following counties: Peoria, Tazewell, Woodford, McLean, Livingston, Logan, Henry, Marshall, Putnam, and Fulton. The attorney will need to travel between courts when necessary. We offer a competitive salary, a flexible schedule, and a positive work environment. Job Requirements:
If you have any questions or would like to apply for this position, please call us at 309.999.1177 or email us at maureen@maureenwilliamslaw.com. You can also fax us your resume at 309-999-1144
Peoria area small law firm, established in 1993, seeks criminal defense associate attorney. We will accept resumes from experienced or inexperienced persons devoted to criminal defense. If interested, send resume to pcbaasst@mtco.com with reference number 082421 in the subject line.
Attorney Position in thriving small firm with a very active practice. Opportunity is available for immediate equity. Please send resumes to: pcbaasst@mtco.com with reference #062221 Attorney Peoria-area law firm with specialty in criminal defense and personal injury is looking for a full-time associate attorney. The ideal candidate has courtroom experience, but we are willing to train a younger lawyer who has not yet had the opportunity to develop their courtroom skills. Salary is negotiable and will be based on the candidate's experience. Please provide a resume and a writing sample. The associate attorney hired will appear in court, draft pleadings, prepare discovery and consult with clients. If interested, please send your resume and writing sample to pcbaasst@mtco.com with reference number 122220 in the subject line.
Older attorney transitioning to retirement wanting younger attorney with experience to eventually take over practice. Practice concentrates in the areas of real estate, wills and trusts, corporations, and estate administration. Send resume and letter of interest to pcba@mtco.com with reference number 05222018 |
