Paralegal / Intake Coordinator

$45,000 - $65,000/Yr

Dutton Casey & Mesoloras, P.C. - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Entry Level

Chicago, IL

Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities

About the position

The Paralegal/Intake Coordinator position at Dutton Casey & Mesoloras, P.C. is a full-time role focused on supporting the elder law practice of a small Chicago law firm. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of paralegal experience and will be responsible for a variety of tasks including court clerking, e-filing, drafting legal documents, and managing client intake processes. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with clients and attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Handle court clerking and e-filing tasks.
• Draft accountings and probate pleadings.
• Organize Medicaid applications.
• Prepare estate planning documents.
• Manage intake calls and emails from prospective clients.
• Schedule initial meetings between prospective clients and attorneys.
• Follow up with prospective clients until they have retained the firm.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of paralegal experience.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Tech-savvy with proficiency in legal software.
• Ability to work independently.

Nice-to-haves

• Prior legal experience in probate or elder law.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off