**Legal Assistant** **Overview:** We are seeking a dedicated Legal Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide essential support to our legal staff and contribute to the efficient operation of our law office. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for law and a desire to work in a dynamic legal environment. **Duties:** - Assist attorneys in preparing legal documents and correspondence - Manage and organize legal case files - Conduct legal research on various topics including environmental law, immigration law, and securities law - Maintain and update legal databases using iManage software - Schedule appointments, meetings, and court dates for attorneys - Handle phone calls with professionalism and excellent phone etiquette - Assist in interviewing clients and witnesses - Provide clerical support such as filing, photocopying, and data entry **Skills:** - Previous experience working in a law office or as a paralegal is preferred - Proficiency in legal case management software - Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail - Knowledge of environmental law, immigration law, or securities law is a plus - Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal - Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively Joining our team as a Legal Assistant offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued. If you are passionate about the legal field and possess the required skills, we encourage you to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $44,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Opportunities for advancement
Schedule:
Travel requirement:
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Lombard, IL 60148 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Lombard, IL 60148: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person