Legal Jobs Chicago

A nationally renowned law firm in heart of Chicago is seeking a sharp and organized Legal Assistant to add to their firm in a temporary capacity. The Legal Assistant will provide direct support to multiple senior attorneys as well as work in conjunction with the administrative team as a whole. This is a great opportunity to work for a successful law firm with room for growth! The compensation for this role is $17/hr.

Responsibilities of the Legal Assistant:

• Provide complete administrative support to multiple attorneys, including records filing
• Edit and proofread all correspondence documents
• Schedule meetings and manage calendars
• Assist with attorney travel arrangements and prepare expense reports
• Open, maintain, and close attorney files in an organized fashion
• Transcribe correspondence, memos, and legal documents

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Impeccable communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Self-starter with excellent initiative
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team