Overview:
Our downtown Chicago, workers' compensation defense law firm, is seeking a skilled Legal Assistant to join our team. Prior administrative assistant experience is a must. The ideal candidate will provide administrative support to lawyers and enhance office effectiveness.
This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic legal environment where attention to detail and organizational skills are highly valued. If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for the legal field, we encourage you to apply.
Duties:
- Assist in preparing legal documents including pleadings, subpoenaes, motions, affidavits, and correspondence
- Maintain attorney calendars, including scheduling appointments, court deadlines, and meetings
- Manage and organize legal files and documents
- Answer phone calls, take messages, and redirect calls as needed
Skills:
- Familiarity with workers' compensation law
- Knowledge of One Drive, CompFile, legal terminology and procedures
- Ability to perform clerical tasks such as dictation transcription and filing
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Legal administrative: 1 year (Required) - preferably workers' compensation
