Solutions-focused, diligent self-starter seeking to contribute solid paralegal, legal secretary, and administrative support experience toward supporting a progressive organization in optimizing performance. Calm demeanor in the face of difficulties; ability to manage multiple projects while working under pressure in fast-paced environments. Highly versatile; adept at quickly mastering new roles and responsibilities. Reputation for integrity, perseverance, and work ethic. Continuously pursues opportunities to learn and takes on challenges for further professional growth.
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Cassidy F.
Millstadt, Illinois
$55/hr
4.8
10 jobs
Paralegal in civil litigation with experience as follows:
• Request, organize, and summarize medical records and bills.
• Prepare discovery and pleadings for attorney review.
• File pleadings in Federal and State Court, all over the Country.
• Manage and coordinate multiple attorney’s calendars.
• Transcribe and proofread dictation.
• Correspond with claim agents regarding medical and case status.
• Schedule depositions and aid in preparation.
• Report and communicate with Medicare and medical providers concerning liens.
• Assist in organizing union meetings and other firm events/travel.
• Calculate case value and draft demand breakdowns.
Virtual Assistant / FOIA Specialist:
• Request FOIA records, maintain request spreadhseets, follow-up and organize records.
• Field incoming calls and handle customer communication.
• Schedule appointments and manage calendars.
• Process payroll and allocate to time to appropriate jobs.
• Create spreadsheets and manage the data.
• Draft documents, correspondence and contracts.
• Document organization
• Bates stamping
• Client communication
• Scheduling
• Case management
• Project administration
Illinois Notary
Legal Drafting
File Documentation
Proofreading
Medical Translation
Medical Records Research
Request for Information
Meeting Scheduling
File Management
Event Planning
Legal Documentation
Administrative Support
Draft Correspondence
Personal Injury Law
Virtual Assistance
Notarization
Stephanie E.
Chicago, Illinois
$100/hr
5.0
8 jobs
When execution deadlines are imminent, transactional documents require rigorous pre-signature due diligence, or enforceable legal instruments must be finalized under exigent circumstances, counsel with the requisite expertise and the capacity to perform under pressure is not optional—it is essential.
I am a licensed attorney (J.D.) with over 10 years of experience in commercial contract law, business transactions, real estate law, and intellectual property. I provide legal counsel and documentation services to startups, SaaS enterprises, entrepreneurs, closely held businesses, law firms, real estate investors, developers, landlords, and property owners operating across U.S. and international jurisdictions, producing precise, enforceable, and risk-mitigated legal instruments that withstand scrutiny and satisfy the demands of sophisticated counterparties. I advise in English, French, and Spanish.
Urgent matters are a core component of my practice—not an exception. Whether you require a same-day contract review, an overnight agreement draft, expedited legal research, or rapid turnaround on time-sensitive transactional documents, I have the experience and workflow to deliver high-quality legal work without compromising precision or enforceability.
EXPEDITED & URGENT LEGAL ENGAGEMENTS — SAME-DAY & NEXT-DAY DELIVERY
When transactional timelines are compressed, closing conditions are imminent, or litigation deadlines demand immediate legal response, I am available. I routinely handle urgent contract reviews, redlining, same-day drafting of legal instruments, expedited legal research memoranda, and next-day transcript delivery for matters where delay carries material legal or commercial consequences. Fast response times, clear communication, and dependable turnaround are integral to my practice.
AREAS OF LEGAL PRACTICE
Contract Drafting, Review & Negotiation
Preparation, review, and redlining of non-disclosure agreements, master service agreements, SaaS subscription agreements, professional services agreements, licensing instruments, joint venture agreements, and general commercial contracts. Every engagement includes comprehensive clause-level risk analysis, identification of ambiguous or unenforceable provisions, and substantive counsel on the legal and commercial implications of proposed terms. Same-day review and expedited drafting available.
Business Law & Corporate Transactions
Drafting and review of asset purchase agreements, letters of intent, term sheets, business acquisition instruments, and pre-closing transaction documentation. I provide structured transactional support for startups and closely held enterprises navigating complex commercial dealings, mergers, and acquisitions. Rapid turnaround for deadline-driven transactions.
Real Estate Law
Preparation, review, and negotiation of residential and commercial purchase and sale agreements, lease agreements, commercial leases, property management agreements, real estate assignment agreements, easements, deeds, escrow instructions, title-related documentation, due diligence reports, and closing documents. I assist investors, developers, landlords, tenants, brokers, and business owners with legally sound documentation, transactional risk assessment, contract interpretation, and compliance throughout real estate acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, financing, and development matters. Expedited drafting and review for urgent closings and time-sensitive real estate transactions.
Employment Law & Independent Contractor Agreements
Preparation of offer letters, employment agreements, independent contractor agreements, restrictive covenant provisions, separation agreements, and amendments. Urgent drafting and revisions available.
SaaS, Technology & Data Agreements
Drafting and negotiation of Terms of Service, End-User License Agreements, subscription agreements, Privacy Policies, Data Processing Agreements, and related platform documentation. Fast turnaround for product launches and compliance deadlines.
Intellectual Property Law
Trademark clearance, copyright registration, IP assignments, licensing agreements, work-for-hire agreements, and trade secret protection. Priority drafting available for time-sensitive transactions.
Legal Research & Memoranda
Attorney-quality legal memoranda, appellate briefs, statutory analysis, and litigation research. Same-day research memoranda available for urgent matters.
Legal Transcription
Verbatim transcription of depositions, hearings, arbitrations, interviews, and attorney dictation with rush and next-day delivery options.
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS & DISTINGUISHING COMPETENCIES
✔ Juris Doctor (J.D.) — Formally trained attorney with comprehensive legal education in contract law, real estate law, civil procedure, business organizations, intellectual property, and employment law.
✔ 10+ Years of Practice — Extensive experience across commercial contract law, business transactions, real estate matters, and in
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Philip H.
Chicago, Illinois
$45/hr
4.9
122 jobs
I am an experienced paralegal with more than 50 years of legal experience - now living in the Chicago area. I have been working for the last fifteen years as a legal consultant, legal researcher/drafter for a number of attorneys nationwide.
I am a retired Michigan attorney with my own practice for 30 years in East Lansing, Michigan.
I have drafted various pleadings, motions, responses, briefs, memorandums, and other court documents for attorneys in state and federal courts including Michigan, Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, Illinois, Texas, Nevada, and California, as well as the 6th and 11th Circuit Courts of Appeals.
I have also assisted attorneys in the preparation for and conduct of their trials and hearings, and in preparing Bankruptcy paperwork.
I am also proficient in drafting Wills and Trusts and various kinds of agreements, including operating agreements, investment agreements, employment agreements, and prenuptial agreements. I am an excellent writer, a quick study, and very versatile in the types of legal matters I can assist with. I also have very good communication skills if you need someone to interview or talk to a client.
I am available to work for licensed attorneys in any state.
My rates are very reasonable for my experience (generally $45 per hour for research and drafting for attorneys). I am generally available on very short notice.
Contract Drafting
Legal Research
Content Writing
Employment Law
Contract Law
Real Estate Law
Megan M.
Highland, Illinois
$45/hr
5.0
1 jobs
Megan Mollet is a freelance paralegal with 11 years of experience in Civil Litigation support in Illinois, Missouri and Kansas. She has worked with both small and large firms with a significant amount of her time working on personal injury lawsuits, and also has experience with asbestos litigation, FELA litigation, and Criminal Defense. Megan is a motivated professional offering a strong attention to detail. She is dedicated to helping clients achieve their goals. Not only does Megan possess the real life experiences that give her the qualifications she needs to be a valuable asset to attorneys, she is also a graduate of Southwestern Illinois College earning her Applied Science degree in Paralegal Studies. Megan has plans to continue her education in the near future to further her knowledge in the legal field. In addition, Megan is an independent travel advisor and is excited to be able to offer free quotes for your business and personal travel needs.
Legal Research
Personal Injury Law
Litigation
Criminal Law
TrialPrep DEPO
Medical Records Research
Ediscovery
Customer Care
Irina R S.
Evanston, Illinois
$40/hr
5.0
5 jobs
I've been working in the legal field for 10 years as a paralegal in IL, WI and TX and have experience the following areas of practice:
*civil litigation,
*family law,
*personal injury,
*real estate,
*debt collection and debt collection compliance,
*commercial and residential contracts,
*construction liens,
*foreclosures,
*business contracts and breaches of contract,
*immigration, etc.
I worked in legal digital marketing for 3 years (Clio Grow, Zoho Social, Linkedin) as a marketing data analyst, content creator, social media manager, and more.
I have over 2 years of experience in health care:
*occupational therapy assistant in a nursing home;
*medical records specialist and assistant to the CEO of medical clinic and
*almost 2 years of working as a volunteer at the Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago.
I'm currently working as a legal project manager/paralegal/legal systems manager.
My Bachelor degree is in Health Care management but I have also studied marketing and PR, and I have an Associate in Fine Arts in addition to my paralegal degree. I am a Clio user and administrator, I have managed legal databases, and I also have a certificate in software testing.
I spend my free time writing, learning about science (tech, physics, astronomy, geology, biology), exploring nature, dancing, visiting museums and participating in art/music festivals and sports.
Let's have a discussion to see if I'm a good fit before hiring me. I value honest, respectful relationships and I wouldn't want to waste your time or mine.
Legal Writing
Legal Assistance
Computer Skills
Resume Writing
Romanian
Data Entry
Translation
Software Testing
Python
SQL
Data Analysis
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