Legal Intern

About the role

Evans & Dixon is seeking a Legal Intern for our expanding and fast-paced Joliet office. This position is ideal for a law student looking to gain firsthand experience in the legal field, particularly in workers' compensation law. You will work alongside experienced attorneys, providing administrative, litigation, and research support while receiving mentorship and on-the-job learning opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative, litigation, and research support to attorneys, paralegals, and legal staff.
• Legal Research: Research legal issues, regulations, legal articles, and relevant laws using online and offline sources.
• File Reviews: Analyze case files, identify pertinent documents, and assist in drafting client evaluations.
• Record Keeping: File and organize legal documents such as exhibitions, briefs, appeals, and maintain case records.
• Trial Preparation: Assist attorneys in preparing for hearings and trials by drafting arguments, motions, contracts, and agreements. Summarize interrogatories, testimonies, and depositions.
• Investigations: Aid attorneys by contacting clients, witnesses, lawyers, and outside parties to schedule interviews, meetings, and depositions.
• Administrative Support: Obtain affidavits and formal legal documents, review trial transcriptions, and monitor attorney deadlines and calendars.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively with senior management, outside counsel, medical facilities, and clients.
• Working knowledge of legal research using online and offline sources.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and legal writing.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and medical records review is preferred but not required.
• Ability to interact with individuals at all levels, prioritize tasks, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must be an active law student currently attending law school.
• Prior experience in the legal field is preferred but not required.
• Must be able to multi-task, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Must be able to work in-office in Joliet, IL.

About Us

Evans & Dixon provides Midwest business clients with sophisticated legal advice, responsive communications, and hands-on industry knowledge. Whether managing large-scale litigation, serving as outside general counsel, or winning high-stakes trials, our practical and efficient approach delivers results.

Benefits

• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pay

Compensation is based on experience level and client orientation.