POSITION SUMMARY:
Northwest Suburban law firm seeking a full-time on-site Administrative/Legal Assistant to join our team. Successful applicant will have great organizational skills, they will be a self-motivator with strong attention to detail, and a willingness to learn and help wherever needed. We are looking for a dedicated professional with a positive approach.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Coordination and monitoring of attorney calendar(s)
- Draft correspondence to clients and opposing counsels
- Preparation, comparison, and formatting of documents in Word and PDF
- Answering of telephone and shared front desk responsibilities
- Client file management
- Provide back–up and over-flow support to other legal staff
- Preparation of exhibits and other case material
- Prepare and submit electronic court filings
- Calendaring of critical case related deadlines
- Monitor cases for compliance with court rules
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2 or more years’ experience in a law office
- Proficient in Microsoft 365
- Skillful in Adobe
- Skillful in document management software and matter management software
- Familiarity with Clio and File & ServeXpress preferred
We are an equal opportunity employer. We offer a dynamic and collegial environment working with professionals in high profile cases and contemporary issues. Benefits include a competitive salary, paid time off, health insurance, and 401(k). Qualified candidates please submit their resume and salary requirements.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Rosemont, IL 60018 (Required)
Work Location: In person
