We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Paralegal to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will support a dynamic Birth Injury Practice Group by managing cases from intake through litigation. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment while contributing to impactful legal work.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee all incoming and outgoing correspondence for assigned cases, ensuring timely and accurate communication.<br>• Maintain and update case calendars to track important deadlines and court dates.<br>• Process authorizations to obtain medical and collateral source records.<br>• Conduct legal research using tools such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other platforms.<br>• File court documents through various state and federal e-filing systems.<br>• Proofread and cite-check legal documents to ensure compliance with court rules and proper formatting.<br>• Organize and manage client documents, including preparing document productions and assembling exhibits.<br>• Prepare materials for depositions, including retaining court reporters and summarizing transcripts.<br>• Draft legal documents such as summons, complaints, interrogatory answers, subpoenas, and trial exhibits.<br>• Attend case strategy meetings and contribute to litigation planning.
<p><em>The salary range for this position is up to $95,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Position Summary</u></strong></p><p>The Accounting Manager maintains superior attention to detail while managing multiple objectives concurrently. The following details are not definitive and subject to change based on organizational needs.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Management of day-to-day accounting operations and ensure processes are efficient.</li><li>Preparation of monthly balance sheet account reconciliations.</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end close.</li><li>Accounts Payable: Supervise accounts payable functions – invoices, reconciliations, weekly payments, and vendor relations.</li><li>Accounts Receivable: Manage accounts receivable processes including billing, payments, review, analysis, and follow up. </li><li>Reconcile bank statements, credit card statements and employee reimbursements. </li><li>Prepare and enter required journal entries and other account reconciliations as needed. </li><li>Oversee the general accounting processes for inter-company, fixed assets, depreciation, CIP, bad debt, interest, and capital leases. </li><li>Evaluate new and existing customers for credit worthiness and limits. Analyze credit history and information related to applications for credit and overdue/delinquent accounts</li><li>Responsible for all collection activities including follow-ups with attorneys and outside collection agencies regarding legal activities. </li><li>Manage vendor contracts, insurance policies, licenses, and permits for both business entities.</li><li>Lead for internal and external audits to ensure full cooperation and compliance with all qualified requests. </li><li>Maintain strong internal control environment to safeguard assets, improve profitability, and manage business risks.</li></ul><p> </p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is looking for an experienced and highly organized Paralegal to join a client's Estate Planning team in Chicago, Illinois. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in gift tax returns, trust administration, and estate planning processes. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance, managing client files, and supporting attorneys in delivering exceptional client service.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and file annual gift tax returns (Form 709) with minimal oversight, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.</p><p>• Collaborate with clients and accountants to gather necessary financial documentation for tax filings.</p><p>• Manage the administration of Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts (ILITs), including tracking premium payments and issuing Crummey notices.</p><p>• Draft and maintain trust-related documents, such as deeds and assignments, while coordinating asset transfers with financial institutions.</p><p>• Organize and track estate planning promissory notes, including monitoring maturity dates and coordinating renewals or payoffs.</p><p>• Maintain detailed and compliant records for trust funding activities, ensuring all documentation is accurate and accessible.</p><p>• Provide proactive communication to clients, addressing inquiries and ensuring timely follow-ups on outstanding items.</p><p>• Support attorneys by anticipating client needs and delivering high-quality administrative assistance.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with legal standards and best practices in estate planning and trust administration.</p><p>• Utilize legal software and systems to manage case files and workflows efficiently</p>
