Paralegal

Evans & Dixon is currently seeking to add a Paralegal to our expanding & fast-paced Springfield office. This position will require someone who is comfortable with multi-tasking and can autonomously handle a large volume of files along with meeting strict deadlines. Successful candidates should be teachable and have excellent analytical, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. If you bring us your hustle and initiative, we will mentor you with our knowledge and experience!

What you'll do:

As a Paralegal, you will have the opportunity to provide excellent legal support to your team of attorneys, legal staff, and clients.

• Case Management: Keep cases organized by establishing and organizing files, monitoring calendars, tracking deadlines, and working with clients and opposing parties.
• Scheduling: Maintain attorney's calendars, including recording and monitoring court appearance dates, depositions, pleading deadlines, discovery deadlines.
• Legal Documentation: Prepare case and medical record summaries, draft legal documents, order and obtain medical records, and compile billing summaries.
• Trial Prep: Assist with trial preparation including identification of and compilation of exhibits.

What we're looking for:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability contribute to a positive team atmosphere
• Highly organized with ability to juggle multiple deadlines while maintaining attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Strong written and verbal and communication skills
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook and general proficiency and ability to learn various software applications

Education and Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or GED equivalent required
• Paralegal Certificate or Degree preferred, but not required
• 1-5+ years of experience working in the legal field

About Us:

Evans & Dixon provides Midwest business clients with sophisticated legal advice, responsive communications and hands-on industry knowledge. Whether we are managing large-scale litigation, serving as outside general counsel or winning in high-stakes trials, our practical and efficient approach gets the job done. If you are looking to broaden your horizons and legal career, then this is the perfect opportunity for you!

The firm offers a generous benefits package along with compensation based on experience level and client orientation.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Dependent, and Parking & Transit)
• Group Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance Benefits
• Voluntary Life/AD&D, Accident, Specified Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Personal Time Off (PTO) and Holidays