Legal Administrative Assistant

We are seeking a full-time Legal Administrative Assistant to support a growing tort defense and insurance coverage law firm. This position is full time in our downtown Chicago office.

This individual will support various legal and clerical administrative tasks for the firm including case scheduling & attorney calendar management, and correspondence.

The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, a strong communicator, and experienced in Microsoft Office/Outlook/Word. The firm is willing to train the right person for continued growth; prior experience as legal admin helpful, but not necessary.

Compensation will range from $50’s to $80’s, based on skills and experience, in addition to competitive benefits.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with clients and witnesses
• Prepare case-specific documents, including memoranda and briefs (dictation, etc.)
• Ensure that case-related documents are well organized and available for review
• Maintain and update documentation
• Provide general administrative support

Qualifications

• 5+ Years of experience as a Legal Assistant or similar role
• Certification or diploma as a Legal Assistant is preferred
• Experience with legal procedures, terminology, and the court system
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized with document management experience
• Comfortable Microsoft Office and case management software
• Ability to multitask and work well under pressure