Legal Staff Paralegal in Chicago, IL

Law Firm

Chicago, IL

Legal Staff Paralegal in Chicago, IL

Legal Staff

Min 2 yrs required

No

Job Title: Real Estate Legal Assistant

Job Responsibilities:
- Provide exceptional client service by greeting guests, scheduling meetings, and conducting telephone conferences.
- Offer skilled and proactive administrative support to attorneys and other team members as needed.
- Exhibit strong attention to detail and prioritize work effectively, responding to requests with urgency.
- Prepare and review letters and memoranda according to the firm's standards using word processing and document management systems.
- Monitor deadlines proactively to ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Process requests for payment and reimbursements efficiently.
- Create, maintain, and retire files in accordance with the law firm's Information Governance Policy.
- Assist in managing client contacts, emails, print documents, and processing mail.
- Communicate clearly and concisely in a professional manner.
- Transcribe dictation accurately.
- File documents with the courts electronically.

Education and Experience Information:
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in legal or office administrative work.
- Some education beyond high school or coursework related to the legal industry is preferred.
- Proficient command of the English language and standard grammar rules is essential.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office programs is required.

Salary Information:
- The salary range for this position is – .
- Actual compensation offered to candidates may vary based on work experience, education, and/or skill level.

Additional Information:
- The law firm offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, flexible spending, 401K, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, bonuses, and more.
- The law firm is a State of Minnesota and City of St. Paul Affirmative Action Employer, as required in those jurisdictions, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- This job posting presents general duties, tasks, and responsibilities and is not intended to be an exhaustive listing.
- The law firm participates in E-VERIFY.