Legal Assistant, Chicago, IL (On-site) Temporary-to-Hire
Are you a dynamic and detail-oriented professional passionate about the legal field? Join a vibrant and growing legal team and become an integral part of the firm. This role is perfect for someone with experience in a similar position, adept at managing court filings, and ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
You will provide essential support by performing a variety of administrative tasks. Our client is looking for someone who can seamlessly handle a high-volume environment, prioritize tasks efficiently and is bilingual. Your organizational skills and attention to detail will be crucial in maintaining legal documents and court filings.
This is a temporary-to-hire immediate opportunity!
Responsibilities
- Prepare, file, and manage legal documents for court proceedings.
- Ensure all court documents are filed in a timely and accurate manner.
- Maintain an up-to-date calendar of filing deadlines and court dates.
- Assist attorneys with preparing and proofreading legal documents, correspondence, and reports.
- Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments, and depositions.
- Manage and organize case files, both physical and electronic.
- Conduct legal research and compile data for attorney review.
- Prepare discovery documents and assist with trial preparation.
- Order and manage office supplies to ensure the legal team has the necessary resources.
- Assist with billing and invoicing tasks as required.
- Perform other general office duties as assigned.
- Handle client intake while inputting information into our online system.
- Proofread documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Draft documents as needed.
Ideal Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required with at least 2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant.
- Proficiency in court filing procedures and legal document management.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Previous experience with law firm software is helpful.