Legal Staff Legal Secretary in Springfield, IL

Law Firm

Springfield, IL

Legal Staff Legal Secretary in Springfield, IL

Legal Staff

No

Job Title: Legal Secretary

Job Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys, including managing schedules and appointments.
- Prepare, proofread, and edit legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and correspondence.
- Maintain organized case files and ensure all documentation is up-to-date and accessible.
- Perform data entry tasks accurately to keep track of case progress and deadlines.
- Communicate effectively with clients, witnesses, and other legal professionals as needed.
- Assist in the preparation for court hearings and trials by organizing exhibits and evidence.
- Request and organize medical records/bills and subrogation ledgers.

Education and Experience Information:
- Proven experience as a Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant or in a similar administrative role within a law office setting.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong data entry skills with high accuracy rates.
- Familiarity with Personal Injury/Workers' Compensation/Medical Malpractice Law is preferred but not mandatory.
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Proficient in using office software applications (., Microsoft Office Suite).

Salary Information:
- Pay: $44, - $60, per year

Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing

Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant to join our law firm. The ideal candidate will possess strong legal administrative skills and be proficient in managing various tasks that support our attorneys in helping injured clients recover compensation from insurance companies. This role requires excellent organizational abilities, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. If you are passionate about supporting legal professionals and contributing to important cases while working in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant.