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legal assistant (office automation)

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US Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys

Legal Assistant (Office Automation)

Anesi Ozmon

<div>Description:
<p>
The Legal Assistant performs a broad range of secretarial, administrative, and clerical support duties for one or more attorneys. Organizes and maintains all files, calendars/scheduling, and other correspondence relating to litigation and administrative matters under direct supervision of attorneys.</p>
Requirements:
<p>
Seeking a Legal Assistant with experience in Workers Comp and/or Personal Injury for our 70-year-old law firm in The Loop.</p><p>
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:</p><ul><li>
Ordering and following up on requests for medical records and bills</li><li>
Preparing medical bill evaluations on injury cases</li><li>
Assisting attorney with disbursement of funds once case settles</li><li>
Mailing, faxing, or arranging for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials</li><li>
Receiving and placing telephone calls; scheduling and making appointments</li><li>
Assisting with office administrative duties by making photocopies of correspondence, documents, and other printed matters</li><li>
Organizing and maintaining documents and case files</li><li>
Assisting attorneys in collecting information relevant to caseloads</li><li>
Attending legal meetings to take notes, such as client interviews, hearings, or depositions</li><li>
Drafting and typing office memos</li><li>
Completing various forms, such as accident reports, trial and courtroom requests, and applications for clients</li><li>
Performing other work-related duties as assigned</li></ul><p><b>
NO RECRUITERS OR STAFFING AGENCIES WILL BE CONSIDERED.</b></p><p><b>
NO REMOTE/VIRTUAL ASSISTANTS NEED APPLY; THIS IS AN IN-PERSON ROLE AT OUR CHICAGO OFFICE.</b></p></div>

Legal Administrative Assistant - Workers Comp

Quarles & Brady LLP

<p></p><div><p>Intellectual Property Legal Project Assistant</p><br>
<p></p><div><div><div><p><b>Office Locations: Chicago</b></p><p></p><p><br>
We are seeking a Legal Project Assistant in our Chicago office to support the attorneys and paralegals in our Intellectual Property Group to assist with various aspects of the Group's patent prosecution work. This person will also provide support for other projects and matters as required from time to time.</p><p></p><div><p><b><br>
Grow Your Career at Quarles</b></p><p>
At Quarles, your goals matter. We foster a collaborative, inclusive culture where your voice is heard and your growth is supported. Join a team that values creativity, flexibility, and shared success.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
What We Offer:</b></p><ul><li>
Supportive, adaptable work environment</li><li>
Career development through mentoring and training &ndash; Professional growth opportunities</li><li>
Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits</li></ul><div></div><p><br>
Be part of a firm where great people achieve great things&mdash;together.</p></div><p></p><p><b><br>
Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Assist attorneys and paralegals in electronic document preparation and case filings with the USPTO.</li><li>
Provide independent management of case and project workload.</li><li>
Draft, edit, and proofread internal and external communications while meeting required deadlines.</li><li>
Preparing and filing Information Disclosure Statements (IDS) for attorney and paralegal review.</li><li>
Communicate with clients and prepare documents, reminders, and updates for same.</li><li>
Work collaboratively with internal client teams and pair with paralegals to execute on client deliverables.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
Intellectual Property patent prosecution experience is preferred.</li><li>
Client billable hour requirement of 1200.</li><li>
Strong organizational skills.</li><li>
Excellent communication skills.</li><li>
Strong technology skills and experience with Microsoft Office/Outlook/PowerPoint and willingness to learn additional programs.</li><li>
High level of attention to detail.</li><li>
Strong ability to prioritize and handle multiple responsibilities and tasks simultaneously.</li><li>
Highly motivated and a self-starter.</li><li>
Ability to work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with minimal supervision.</li></ul><div>
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Quarles &amp; Brady offers competitive salaries, bonus and great benefits to employees including paid time off, health, vision, dental, 401k, life, disability and much more. Benefit eligibility is dependent on hours. Compensation is determined upon the market in which the position is located, the responsibilities of the position, the experience, education and skills of the applicant, and other job-related factors.</i></div><div>
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Quarles is an equal opportunity employer.</div><div>
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Intellectual Property Legal Project Assistant

metropolis

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Who we are</b></h3>
<p>
Metropolis is an artificial intelligence company that uses computer vision technology to enable frictionless, checkout-free experiences in the real world. Today, we are reimagining parking to enable millions of consumers to just &quot;drive in and drive out.&quot; We envision a future where people transact in the real world with a speed, ease and convenience that is unparalleled, even online. Tomorrow, we will power checkout-free experiences anywhere you go to make the everyday experiences of living, working and playing remarkable - giving us back our most valuable asset, time.</p>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Who you are</b></h3>
<p>
Metropolis is seeking an enthusiastic and driven Senior Counsel<b> </b>ready to provide legal support for our Aviation and Commercial businesses, working closely with both the Revenue and Operations management and their teams, and collaborating with the other members of the legal team.</p>
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What you'll do</b></h3>
<ul><li>Provide comprehensive legal support to the Aviation and Commercial businesses, with an emphasis on our airline and passenger services, and our ecommerce Software as a Service (SaaS) platform for airports</li>
<li>Act as a proactive and trusted business partner, offering legal and business counsel to stakeholders on a wide variety of contract-related issues, compliance matters, and risk assessments</li>
<li>Work closely with business teams to develop and execute legal strategies that protect and advance the company's operations</li>
<li>Develop a deep understanding of our Aviation and Commercial services, cutting-edge technology business and the broader urban mobility industry</li>
<li>Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of management and vendor contracts, including government client contracts, complex SaaS agreements, information technology agreements, joint venture agreements, and consulting agreements</li>
<li>Coordinate resolution of business disputes and manage outside counsel as needed</li>
<li>Provide essential support to the Assistant General Counsel and other attorneys within the department</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What we're looking for</b></h3>
<ul><li>Law degree and current license or eligibility to be licensed to practice law in either Illinois, Tennessee or New York</li>
<li>7+ years of progressive work experience in a corporate law department or a business/transactional practice group of a law firm</li>
<li>Extensive experience with a wide variety of government and commercial contracts, including technology agreements</li>
<li>Hardworking, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic professional who thrives in a collaborative and close-knit team environment</li>
<li>Ability to work effectively under pressure, prioritize multiple tasks, and meet tight deadlines</li>
<li>Strong practical decision-making and problem-solving skills</li>
<li>Exceptional transactional and legal writing skills</li>
<li>Ability to quickly identify and grasp complex legal issues and communicate key issues clearly and concisely to colleagues and business partners</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>While not required, these are a plus:</b></h3>
<ul><li>Demonstrated expertise in drafting and negotiating SaaS contracts</li>
<li>Prior in-house legal experience</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p><i>When you join Metropolis, you'll join a team of world-class product leaders and engineers, building an ecosystem of technologies at the intersection of parking, mobility, and real estate. Our goal is to build an inclusive culture where everyone has a voice and the best idea wins. You will play a key role in building and maintaining this culture as our organization grows. The anticipated base salary for this position is $175,000.00 USD to $185,000.00 USD annually. The actual base salary offered is determined by a number of variables, including, as appropriate, the applicant's qualifications for the position, years of relevant experience, distinctive skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location of residence and/or place of employment. Base salary is one component of Metropolis' total compensation package, which may also include access to or eligibility for healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a lucrative stock option plan, bonus plans and more. </i><i>#LI-WT1 #LI-Onsite</i></p><div><p><i>
Metropolis values in-person collaboration to drive innovation, strengthen culture, and enhance the Member experience. Our corporate team members hold to our office-first model, which requires employees to be on-site at least four days a week, fostering organic interactions that spark creativity and connection</i></p>
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Metropolis may utilize an automated employment decision tool (AEDT) to assess or evaluate your candidacy for employment or promotion. AEDTs are used to assist in assessing a candidate's application relative to the required job qualifications and responsibilities listed in the job posting.</i></p>
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As part of this process, Metropolis retains data relevant to your candidacy, including personal information, for a period that is reasonably necessary for the use of the tool. If you are hired for the position, your data may become part of your employee records.</i></p>
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Metropolis Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We make all hiring decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.</i></p></div></div>

Senior Counsel - Aviation

Mandarich Law Group, LLP

<div><p><b>Mandarich Law Group, LLP is a leading debt collection law firm with offices located in multiple states. We are currently recruiting a Paralegal for our Chicago office.</b></p><p><b>
This a full-time, In-office, non-exempt position. Base schedule is Monday thru Friday 8AM to 5PM, in-office.</b></p><p><b>
Interested applicants: We require a completed employment applicant and resume.</b></p><p></p><p><b>
What You'll Do:</b></p><ul>
<li>
Provide administrative support to attorneys and legal team, including document preparation, filing, and general office tasks.</li>
<li>Manage and organize legal documents, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality standards.</li>
</ul><p><b>
Requirements</b></p><ul>
<li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business administration, Legal Studies, or a related field (preferred).</li>
<li>Prior law firm experience - required</li>
<li>Basic knowledge of civil litigation</li>
<li>Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.</li>
<li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and legal management software (i.e. JST preferred)</li>
</ul><p><b>
Benefits</b></p><ul>
<li>
Medical, Dental, and vision coverage; 401K plan with company match</li>
<li>PTO</li>
<li>Paid Parental Leave</li>
<li>Company-paid Life Insurance</li>
<li>Short and Long Term Disability Insurance</li>
<li>Opportunities for advancement and professional development</li>
<li>Convenient West Loop location, close to the CTA, Metra, Divvy, and major freeways</li>
<li>On-site gym</li>
<li>Salary $25-$30/Hour DOE</li></ul></div>

Paralegal

James Hardie Building Products

<div><p>James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie&reg;, TimberTech&reg;, AZEK&reg; Exteriors, Versatex&reg;, fermacell&reg;, and StruXure&reg;.</p><p></p><p><br>
With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we&rsquo;re united by our purpose of <b>Building a Better Future for All&trade;</b> through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.</p><p></p><p><br>
For more information, visit www.jameshardie.com.</p><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Summary</b></h2></div><div><p><b>
Must live in Chicago - Hybrid work environment with Chicago office presence of minimum 3 days/week</b></p><p></p><p><br>
The Legal Counsel will assist the legal team in supporting regional (North America &ndash; US &amp; Canada, Europe, APAC) businesses with legal matters. The Legal Counsel will work under Assistant General Counsel, North America, with additional guidance by senior legal counsel, and will engage with many different company clients in varying situations.</p><p>
The department goal is to protect the interests of the company&rsquo;s shareholders and company assets, to facilitate the company&rsquo;s business interests, and to overcome legal and regulatory challenges in a hypercompetitive and dynamic industry. The goal for each team member is not just to be a legal resource but also a trusted advisor to the business.</p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What You&rsquo;ll Do:</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Act as a legal resource and a trusted advisor to the business</li><li>
Review and draft legal agreements and documents for assigned clients under the supervision and direction of senior counsel</li><li>
Assist with conducting products litigation, including organization, review and preparation of discovery materials and interacting with outside counsel</li><li>
Review and advise clients on all forms of information and documents to be published to the public by the company for consistency with company intellectual property and products, including marketing materials, advertisements, press releases, informational materials, warranties, product literature, websites, and the like</li><li>
Advise business in environmental, social, governance and sustainability matters and participate in Sustainability / ESG global practice group</li><li>
Assist team in maintaining legislation and regulation tracking and developing various reporting</li><li>
Represent the legal function in various internal company projects</li><li>
Perform various legal administrative tasks as part of the Legal &amp; Compliance Department including review of outside counsel billing, preparation of filings and reports for clients and the company, attending various company presentations and events</li><li>
Assist in identifying and protecting intellectual property generated by company research organizations as well as manufacturing units</li><li>
Develop familiarity with processes and procedures designed to protect trade secrets; offer guidance to R&amp;D personnel and others in the company</li><li>
Proactively shares information or resources with others to further their success and that of the overall organization</li></ul></div></div><p></p><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
What You&rsquo;ll Bring:</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Juris Doctor degree required</li><li>
Minimum of four years of experience as outside counsel or inhouse counsel is required, preferably in a corporate manufacturing environment</li><li>
Experienced with contract and document review/drafting required</li><li>
Licensed to practice law in one of the 50 states with ability to waive into Illinois bar required (North America)</li><li>
Prior experience reviewing and advising on marketing materials, advertisements, press releases, informational materials, warranties, product literature, websites, and the like, including proper trademarks and attribution statements considered a plus</li></ul><p>
Preferred skills:</p><ul><li>
Knowledgeable about relevant law and civil litigation procedures</li><li>
Basic knowledge of trademark laws and trade secret laws</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills resulting in audience engagement, understanding, and retention</li><li>
Professional demeanor with a high level of integrity</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to influence and gain commitment across different interpersonal styles</li><li>
Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships over large geographic and time differences</li><li>
Act on initiative with the ability to work as part of a team as well as independently</li><li>
Ability to identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities and effectively choose a course of action or develop appropriate solutions</li><li>
Act as a continuous learner and share and apply new knowledge and skill</li><li>
Self-motivated with a pro-active approach and a desire to go above and beyond</li><li>
Takes personal responsibility and ownership and shows a conscientious commitment to assigned work</li><li>
Focuses on being part of solutions and achieving results by delivering on commitments</li><li>
Considers self a member of the team by supporting decisions 100% and following through on commitments</li><li>
Ability to accept personal feedback openly and non-defensively</li><li>
Understands the business and uses that understanding to recommend opportunities for efficiencies and improvement</li><li>
Demonstrates basic business sense in making decisions</li><li>
Engages eagerly with development opportunities with a desire to acquire knowledge or skills identified as important</li></ul></div></div><p></p><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
What You&rsquo;ll Receive:</b></h2></div><div><p>
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $145,000 - $180,000. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits and you will be eligible to participate in a bonus plan.</p><p>
At James Hardie, we recognize that our success depends on our people. We've worked hard to build a generous and competitive benefits program that demonstrates our commitment to our employees.</p><ul><li><b>
Comprehensive low-cost</b> <b>co-pay </b><i>Health Insurance;</i> medical, dental, prescription, and vision insurance benefits for every 30+ hour full-time employee. Insurance starts on day one!</li><li><b>
401</b><i>(k) Retirement</i> plan<i> </i>that will match 100% of employees saved dollars up to the first 6% of your salary</li><li><b>
Paid holidays, paid vacation</b> including Jury Duty and bereavement leave</li><li><b>
Wellness Program</b>, <b>Employee Assistance Program</b>. <b>Parental Leave</b></li><li><b>
Employee Stock Purchase Plan</b></li><li><b>
Community Involvement &amp; Sustainable Solutions</b></li><li><b>
Click here to learn more about our benefits</b></li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Apply now and come &ldquo;home&rdquo; to Hardie!</b></p><p></p><p><br>
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James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veteran's status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law.</i></p><p></p><p><i><br>
James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies.</i></p><p></p><p><i><br>
The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.</i></p></div>

Legal Counsel, North America

Morningstar

<div><p><b>The Group:
</b></p><p>This Corporate Legal Counsel is an attorney role providing legal advice and counsel to Morningstar. In this regard, the role will work with the rest of the Corporate Legal team in connection with its various coverage areas, including strategic transactions and corporate governance. This role will also lead the charge helping the overall Legal team work more efficiently by using AI tools to assist with research, document preparation, workflow improvement, and daily operations. This is an entry-level attorney role ideal for someone who wants to pursue a career as an in-house corporate attorney and is tech-savvy, detail-oriented, and interested in how AI can improve legal processes.</p><p></p><p>
This role is based in our Chicago office, where we are in-office 4 days/week.<br>
<br>
<b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Providing legal advice and counsel to Morningstar, in conjunction with the more senior members of the Corporate Legal team, on matters in their coverage areas, including strategic transactions and projects, corporate governance, securities compliance, entity management and maintaining governance policies and procedures.</li><li>
Working side-by-side, and collaborating, with the other attorneys in the Corporate Legal team (who are all based in the Chicago office) and engaging with a broad range of corporate stakeholders also based in the Chicago office.</li><li>
Driving enhanced Legal team performance using AI by identifying opportunities where AI can save time and improve accuracy, supporting team members in learning and using AI tools effectively, creating simple solutions to enhance team performance and productivity, sharing updates on useful new AI tools relevant to the entire Legal team.</li><li>
Collaborating closely with other teams in the Chicago office piloting or testing AI tools to share best practices, learnings and cost-effective solutions.</li><li>
Providing support with the maintaining and organization of records and databases (including helping with AI-enhanced retrievability), as well as using tools to monitor and track deadlines and transaction timelines.</li><li>
Performing other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the Legal team.</li></ul><p><b><br>
</b><br>
<b>Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
JD degree from an ABA-accredited university.</li><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree (or equivalent) from an accredited university.</li><li>
Member in good standing of a state bar, or working towards qualification.</li><li>
Interest in broad areas of corporate and transactional legal matters, including disclosure and reporting, corporate governance, investments, and international expansion.</li><li>
Prior work experience in a corporate setting preferred.</li><li>
Strong interest in legal operations and emerging AI technologies.</li><li>
Excellent writing, editing and organizational skills.</li><li>
Ability to learn new tools quickly and explain them to others.</li><li>
Detail oriented with good judgement about confidentiality and responsible use of AI.</li><li>
Excellent work ethic and high degree of professionalism.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Compensation and Benefits</b></p><p>
At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That&rsquo;s why we champion your wellness through a wide-range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:</p><ul><li>
Financial Health<ul><li>
75% 401k match up to 7%</li><li>
Stock Ownership Potential</li><li>
Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission</li></ul></li><li>
Physical Health<ul><li>
Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages</li><li>
Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual</li><li>
Company-provided long- and short-term disability insurance</li></ul></li><li>
Emotional Health<ul><li>
Trust-Based Time Off</li><li>
6-week Paid Sabbatical Program</li><li>
6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave</li><li>
Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Bonding Leave</li><li>
Adoption Assistance</li><li>
Leadership Coaching &amp; Formal Mentorship Opportunities</li><li>
Annual Education Stipend</li><li>
Tuition Reimbursement</li></ul></li><li>
Social Health<ul><li>
Charitable Matching Gifts program</li><li>
Dollars for Doers volunteer program</li><li>
Paid volunteering days</li><li>
15+ Employee Resource &amp; Affinity Groups</li></ul></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Total Cash Compensation Range</b></p>
$147,550.00 - 265,575.00 USD Annual<p><b>
Inclusive of annual base salary and target incentive</b></p><p>
Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.</p><p></p>
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Corporate Legal Counsel

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