Legal Staff Legal Secretary in Chicago, IL

Law Firm

Chicago, IL

Legal Staff Legal Secretary in Chicago, IL

Legal Staff

Min 1 yrs required

No

Job Title: Legal Secretary

Job Responsibilities:
The Legal Secretary will work under the supervision of attorneys, providing essential support to ensure the smooth execution of their duties. Key responsibilities include:

- Drafting and revising pleadings and correspondence.
- Performing transcription tasks.
- Answering and managing phone calls with excellent communication skills.
- Scheduling and maintaining attorneys' calendars to ensure efficient time management.
- Organizing and maintaining files to ensure easy access and retrieval.
- Entering attorney time for billing purposes.
- Managing incoming and outgoing mail to ensure timely communication.

Education and Experience Information:
Candidates for the Legal Secretary position should meet the following requirements:

- is essential.
- Proficiency in typing and proofreading is required.
- Familiarity with transcription tasks is necessary.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel is essential.
- Familiarity with Adobe and Timeslips is a plus, though not mandatory.
- High level of organization and ability to prioritize tasks efficiently is required.
- Excellent phone skills are necessary for effective communication.

Salary Information:
The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $25 to $28 per hour for full-time work.

Benefits:
The Legal Secretary position comes with several benefits, including:

- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Health insurance coverage.
- Paid time off for personal and vacation days.

This role is ideal for a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual who can effectively support attorneys in a fast-paced legal environment. Candidates should possess strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently.