Kryder Law Group is seeking a motivated second- or third-year law student to join our team as a part-time Law Clerk.
This is a hands-on position designed for a law student who wants practical experience with the day-to-day operation of a personal injury law firm. Unlike a traditional clerkship focused primarily on legal research, this role will provide hands-on exposure to the entire lifecycle of a personal injury matter, from initial intake through settlement and closing. The Law Clerk will also serve as a flexible resource across the firm, assisting wherever additional support is needed.
Responsibilities
- Assist with new client intake and initial case evaluation.
- Review intake information, accident reports, insurance information, and case documentation.
- Assist with opening new matters and establishing insurance claims.
- Communicate with clients, insurance companies, medical providers, and other parties as appropriate.
- Obtain and organize medical records, bills, police reports, and other evidence.
- Review medical records and case files for missing information or outstanding items.
- Assist with tracking client treatment and case progress.
- Draft correspondence, notices, summaries, and other legal documents.
- Conduct legal research on liability, damages, procedural issues, and other case-specific questions.
- Assist with preparing demand packages and settlement documentation.
- Assist attorneys and staff with litigation-related projects when needed.
- Help with lien, settlement, and case-closing tasks.
- Maintain accurate case notes, deadlines, and documentation within the firm's case management system.
- Assist with special projects, process improvements, and other legal or operational needs throughout the firm.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled and in good standing at an ABA-accredited law school.
- Currently a 2L or 3L preferred.
- Interest in personal injury, civil litigation, or plaintiff-side practice.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Comfortable communicating with clients and working in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities.
- Strong judgment and willingness to ask questions and learn.
- Previous law firm, legal internship, or personal injury experience is helpful but not required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- What is your desired salary?
- Do you speak Spanish?
- Why are you interested in this Law Clerk position, and what are you hoping to learn or gain from the experience?
- What year of law school will you be in during the 2026–2027 academic year?
- How many hours per week are you available to work during the school year?
- Are you comfortable working in a flexible role where you may assist in different areas of the firm based on current needs, including intake, case management, legal research, demands, litigation support, settlements, and case closing?
- Are you comfortable communicating directly with clients by phone and email?
Ability to Commute:
- Chicago, IL 60602 (Required)
Work Location: In person
