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Legal Assistant
- Robert Half Legal (Chicago, IL)
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Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team on a contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in supporting attorneys by maintaining schedules, drafting legal documents, and ensuring seamless organizational support. This position offers a dynamic environment where your expertise in legal procedures and attention to detail will be highly valued.
Responsibilities:
• Manage attorneys' calendars, confirm daily meetings, and ensure timely follow-ups.
• Prepare, transcribe, and edit legal documents, correspondence, and other materials using word processing software.
• Participate in weekly meetings, handling agendas and recording minutes.
• Proofread all work thoroughly to ensure accuracy and alignment with legal standards.
• Collaborate with the finance team to process invoices, bills, and distributions.
• Submit conflict checks and complete New Matter Intake Forms as required.
• Organize and maintain both electronic and physical client files, ensuring accessibility and confidentiality.
• Utilize the firm's docketing software to input and manage case-related dates and deadlines.
• File legal documents electronically with courts in compliance with procedural requirements.
• Assist in trial and hearing preparation, including document organization and coordination. Requirements • Proficiency in electronic filing systems and procedures.
• Strong experience in commercial litigation support.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex calendars and schedules.
• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar role.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in legal software and Microsoft Office Suite.
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.
All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
• 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .
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