Legal Assistant (Transactional/IP)

Min 5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Legal Assistant (Transactional/IP) - Chicago, IL - $50,000-$70,000/year

H1: Join the Best: Legal Assistant Opportunity in Chicago, IL
H2: Proactive and Organized Legal Assistant Needed at Leading Law Firm in Chicago, IL

The Law Firm of Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is seeking a highly organized and proactive Legal Assistant to join our Chicago office. This position will provide support to attorneys in the Transactional and Intellectual Property (IP) practice areas and requires prior experience as a Legal Assistant.

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage calendars, appointments, meetings, and travel for attorneys
- Process new client/matter documentation, including conflict checks and engagement letters
- Compose and prepare confidential correspondence
- Transcribe, type, edit, and proofread legal documents and correspondence
- Maintain and organize both hard-copy and electronic files
- Communicate with clients and other attorneys in a timely and professional manner
- Prepare and submit attorney expense reports and reimbursements
- Enter time into time management software
- Create reports using Excel
- Assist with civic, charitable, community, and professional activities
- Docket, track, and create reports with IP software

Requirements:

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- 5+ years of experience in a legal environment, preferably in transactional and/or IP practice areas
- Professional demeanor and willingness to work proactively as part of a team
- Exceptional communication skills via phone, email, and in-person
- Strong organizational and process skills, with a keen attention to detail
- Valid authorization to work in the .

Technology Requirements:

- Technology literacy and willingness to learn new software
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Experience with iManage, DocuSign, iTimekeep, Chrome River, electronic billing, and CourtAlert a plus

Adaptability:

- Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices
- Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure with varying deadlines
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment
- Strong multitasking and time management skills

Collaboration:

- Team player mentality with a desire to work collaboratively
- Ability to develop relationships and foster teamwork at all levels of the Firm
- Willingness to work proactively across various practice groups and locations

Communication:

- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of clients, attorneys, and staff
- Strong oral and written communication skills

Problem Solving Skills:

- Ability to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate solutions
- Agility to respond to unexpected challenges and develop innovative solutions

Professionalism:

- Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate good judgment
- Ability to handle confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion

The Firm:

Join the Best. Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is a full-service law firm with over 350 lawyers and technical professionals who work in collaborative, interdisciplinary practices to serve clients around the world. We work with companies of all industries, trade associations, nonprofits, educational institutions, governments, family trusts, and high-net-worth individuals. Our firm has continuously evolved since 1848 to meet our clients' changing needs and expectations, making us a trusted source for exceptional legal service and business acumen.

The Location:

Our offices are located in Wisconsin, Illinois, Utah, Colorado, Texas, North Carolina, and Washington DC. Our contemporary office spaces are designed to promote collaboration and concentration, supporting our culture of working together to make great things happen for our clients. This position is located in our Chicago office.

Why You Should Apply:

At Michael Best, we take care of our employees' overall well-being by offering a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package. This includes competitive base pay, outstanding benefits, opportunities for learning and growth, and perks that inspire your downtime.

Learning and Growth:

- Challenging and dynamic role
- Career development planning
- Professional growth opportunities
- Performance management and coaching
- Specialized training programs

Health and Wellness:

- Medical, dental, and vision care
- Health savings and flexible spending accounts
- Wellness program
- Employee and family assistance program

Total Compensation:

- Competitive base pay
- Annual merit review and incentive pay
- Outstanding benefits
- Generous PTO plus 9 paid holidays

Planning for the Future:

- 401(k) with company contribution
- Short and long-term disability plans
- Life and critical illness insurance
- Parental/family leave

Culture and Workplace:

- Respected organization with a collaborative culture
- Growing firm with an exciting future
- Contemporary work environment
- Positive and respectful work climate
- Performance recognition

To be considered for this position, please submit an application via our online portal.

Recruitment agencies: Michael Best is not accepting unsolicited agency resumes for this position. Please do not forward resumes to our careers email address or any Firm employees. Michael Best is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP, Michael Best Strategies LLC, and Michael Best Consulting LLC (collectively known as "Michael Best") are steadfastly committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants for employment that is free from discrimination based upon age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If, due to a medical condition or disability, you require a reasonable accommodation during any part of the application process, please contact our Recruiting team at or with the nature of your request and your contact information.

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Medical, Dental, Vision Care, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, Wellness Program, Employee and Family Assistance Program, 401(k) with Company Contribution, Short Term Disability Plan, Long Term Disability Plan, Life Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Parental/Family Leave

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Legal Assistant, Administrative Support, Calendar Management, Conflict Checks, Engagement Letters, Document Management, Transcription, Typing, Editing, Proofreading, File Organization, Time Management, Excel, Communication, Problem Solving, Confidentiality, Professionalism

High School Diploma or equivalent; Certificate or Undergraduate Degree preferred

Submit an application via the company's online portal

Qualification and Experience High School Diploma or equivalent; Certificate or Undergraduate Degree preferred

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