Bilingual Legal Assistant / Paralegal

Job overview

The Bilingual Legal Assistant / Paralegal role is onsite in Chicago, IL, with compensation of $53,000 per year. Correa Law’s estate planning, probate, and estate administration practice supports families through probate, trust administration, and guardianship proceedings. The assistant supports attorneys and senior paralegals by organizing case records, coordinating with clients and courts, preparing filings and hearing materials, and tracking deadlines. The role helps keep sensitive matters and case workflows accurate, organized, and responsive in both English and Spanish.

What you'll do

• Request, gather, and organize client documents
• communicate with clients in English and Spanish and coordinate with probate court clerks, bond companies, and financial institutions
• assist with e-filing notices, petitions, and probate forms
• prepare courtesy copies, binders, and hearing exhibits
• maintain physical and digital case files
• track court dates, appointments, and statutory deadlines
• provide general office administration.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

bilingual legal assistant

paralegal

chicago il

correa law

spanish-english

probate

estate administration

trust administration

guardianship

court filing

entry-level

$53k

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Structured mentorship and training
• the firm describes continuous education and professional growth support.

Why this role

No prior legal experience is required; a senior paralegal provides mentorship and training. Fluent spoken English and Spanish is required.

About the employer

Correa Law is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.