What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Diamond Personnel?
Our client, a global law firm, is seeking an experienced Legal Practice Assistant with a strong background in Litigation.
Location: Chicago, IL
Schedule: Hybrid 3/2
Salary Range: $70,000-$85,000
Qualifications
- Must have at least 5 years’ legal and/or executive secretarial experience
- Extensive and thorough working knowledge of software applications as tools to complete assigned tasks, including, but not limited to iManage/DeskSite/WorkSite, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, InTapp, Big Hand, Docket Enterprise, DTE, ChromeRiver preferred
- Proficient in advanced levels of Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Excel and Word and the use and application of Styles, Redlining, Adobe Pro and PDF Docs4. If not proficient, must be able to operate the Firm’s software applications on an advanced level within a reasonable period of time
- Typing skills of 60 w.p.m.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask. Strong Project management skills are required
- Outstanding written and verbal communications. Must be able to interact with clients, attorneys, and staff professionally
- Experience with efiling in both state and federal courts
- Assignments may change from time to time, and flexibility is essential. Legal Practice Assistants are expected to extend support and service to primary attorneys and any attorney within the Litigation practice and the office.
- Required to be in office at least 3 days per week
- High School Diploma or its equivalent required
- Notary preferred
Salary : $70,000 - $85,000
