Law Clerk

Description

Sinars Slowikowski is seeking a Law Clerk to support attorneys in our Chicago office. Working under attorney supervision, the Law Clerk will assist with cases from inception through resolution, gaining experience in legal research, drafting, case management, records review, expert retention, and trial preparation.

Primary Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

1. Draft and prepare motions, discovery, orders, etc.
2. Case file management.
3. Coordinate requests for records from physicians, medical facilities, the Social Security Administration, and other sources.
4. Review and analyze medical records and prepare summaries.
5. Organize, maintain, and index case records and client files.
6. Review and summarize deposition transcripts.
7. Assist with expert retention and related coordination.
8. Support trial preparation by organizing trial notebooks, exhibits, witness files, deposition transcripts, and other materials.
9. Conduct legal research on issues relevant to assigned cases.

These responsibilities are not exhaustive. The Law Clerk may be asked to perform additional duties to support the attorneys and firm, as assigned by their supervisor or manager.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to follow attorney direction and work collaboratively.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position may require lifting of 25lbs or less.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Current law student.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Experience using court docket search databases (PACER, LexisNexis, Pohlman, etc.).
• Familiarity with e-discovery, legal research, and trial software (Westlaw, NextPoint, Relativity, etc.).

Compensation and Benefits Overview: $55,000-$65,000 (DOE)

The compensation offered for this role will vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Eligible employees may also receive bonuses and other forms of compensation, contributing to a comprehensive total rewards package. Benefits offerings may vary by location.

In addition to monetary compensation, employees are provided with a robust selection of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive medical insurance plans (two PPO options, a PPO with HSA, and an HMO, all provided by BCBSIL)
• Dental insurance plans (PPO and HMO options provided by Guardian)
• Vision insurance (PPO plan provided by EyeMed)
• Retirement savings plan with employer match (100% of the first 3% of salary deferral, plus 50% of the next 2%)
• Fitness center reimbursement
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Parental leave
• Commuter benefits
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage
• Additional leave programs

Eligibility Requirements:

Participation in certain compensation programs and benefits is subject to specific eligibility criteria, which will be communicated during the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Our firm is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, military status, or veteran status.