About the Role
Voorn, Preston & Carlasare is an Illinois law firm focused on elder law, guardianship, probate, estate planning, and fiduciary and civil litigation. We’re looking for an experienced, detail-oriented paralegal to support our attorneys in court-related matters.
What You’ll Do
- Draft and prepare pleadings, petitions, motions, orders, and discovery for guardianship, probate, and fiduciary litigation matters
- E-file documents in Illinois courts through eFileIL / Odyssey
- Prepare probate and guardianship filings, including inventories, accountings, and notices to heirs and interested parties
- Calendar and track court dates, filing deadlines, and reporting deadlines
- Coordinate with court clerks, guardians ad litem, opposing counsel, and process servers
- Organize case files, exhibits, and hearing materials
- Communicate with clients and families with professionalism and compassion
What You’ll Bring
- 2+ years of paralegal experience, preferably in probate, guardianship, or litigation
- Hands-on experience with Illinois e-filing and local court rules
- Strong drafting, proofreading, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced office
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Discretion with confidential and sensitive client information
- Preferred: paralegal certificate or degree