Victim Advocate / Paralegal Job at Disparti Law Group, Chicago, IL

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  • Disparti Law Group
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Job Description Job Description

Summary The Victim

Advocate/Litigation

Paralegal provides support to survivors of sexual abuse through the legal process. The role is critical to ensure clients feel supported, informed and empowered while assisting attorneys with case development and progression. The ideal candidate combines trauma-informed communication skills with strong legal and organizational abilities. The Victim

Advocate/Litigation

Paralegal supports the mission and goals of Disparti Law Group by providing support to ensure smooth legal operations and exceptional customer service to clients, vendors and internal team members.

Supervisory Responsibilities The Victim

Advocate/Litigation

Paralegal does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Functions Core Advocacy & Support Serve as a primary point of contact for clients through their cases Build trust with clients through consistent, empathetic communication Provide trauma-informed support while maintaining professional boundaries Help clients understand:

Case process and timelines What to expect during litigation Key decision and milestones

Monitor client well-being and flag concerns to attorneys, when appropriate Reduce client anxiety, confusion and disengagement

Case Management & Legal Support Assist attorneys with:

Drafting documents Discovery support Chronologies and case summaries

Organize and maintain case files (medical, therapy, school, etc.) Coordinate with experts, medical providers and investigators Track key deadlines and case milestones Prepare clients for depositions, statements and key events

Client Retention & Engagement Proactively communicate with clients to prevent drop-off Ensure clients remain responsive and engaged Identify risks of disengagement early and escalate appropriately

Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with attorneys, intake team and litigation support staff Provide insights into client sentiment and case readiness

Required Education & Experience Two or more years of experience in paralegal work (personal injury and civil litigation, preferred) Two or more years of experience in social work, victim advocacy and counseling support Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills Ability to handle sensitive and emotionally charged situations Strong organization and case management skills

Preferred Education & Experience Experience with sexual abuse/assault cases, trauma-informed care and working with vulnerable populations Paralegal certification or relevant degree Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Benefits 12 paid holidays annually 10 days of paid time off annually, prorated the first year of employment 5 days of paid sick leave annually Medical, dental, vision insurance Company-paid life insurance 401(k) with fully-vested safe-harbor company match after 1 year of service

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