Legal Intern

Legal Intern | Evans & Dixon, LLC The Tone: This is an internship at Evans & Dixon, LLC, located in Joliet, IL. Evans & Dixon provides Midwest business clients with sophisticated legal advice, responsive communications, and hands‑on industry knowledge, specializing in managing litigation and serving as outside general counsel. This role is a perfect opportunity for a law student to gain firsthand experience by providing essential support to the legal team, directly contributing to the firm’s practical and efficient approach to getting the job done. The TL;DR Role: Internship Location: In-person, Joliet, IL Team: Supports a team of attorneys, paralegals, and supporting legal staff. Mission: To provide administrative, litigation, and ongoing research support to the legal team. Tech Stack: Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) What You’ll Actually Do Legal Research: Research legal issues, regulations, legal articles, and relevant supporting laws using online and offline sources. Case File Analysis: Analyze initial file contents, identify pertinent documents, and aid in drafting evaluations to clients. Document Preparation: Prep letters, documents, and forms; assist attorneys in preparing arguments, motions, contracts, and agreements; and summarize interrogatories, testimonies, and depositions. Record Management: File and organize exhibitions, briefs, appeals, and other legal documents, maintaining all records for each case. Administrative Support: Aid attorneys by scheduling interviews, meetings, and depositions with clients, witnesses, and outside parties, and monitor attorney deadlines and calendars. The Must-Haves Background: Must be an active law student currently attending law school. Experience: Working knowledge of legal research using online and offline sources; working knowledge of legal terminology and legal writing. Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; ability to communicate effectively with senior management, outside counsel, medical facilities, and clients; ability to interact with individuals of all levels, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Bonus: Knowledge of medical terminology and medical records review is preferred; prior experience in the legal field is preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr Evans & Dixon