Legal Staff Legal Administrator in Chicago, IL

Law Firm

Chicago, IL

Legal Staff Legal Administrator in Chicago, IL

Legal Staff

Min 1 yrs required

No

Thompson Coburn is currently seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant Trainee - Litigation to join their Chicago office. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to advance their career in the legal administrative field. The successful candidate will receive mentorship and training to eventually become a Legal Administrative Assistant within the firm. Thompson Coburn values integrity, innovation, and diversity and fosters a welcoming and inclusive environment for its employees.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and edit legal documents, correspondence, and reports from rough draft form.
• Provide administrative support to assigned attorneys, including calendaring, preparing letters and emails, coordinating travel arrangements, and managing attorney contact and client lists.
• Input invoices and expense reports in Chrome River for processing.
• Assist in requesting conflict of interest reports and opening new clients/matters through the firm's software program.
• Prepare client binders and documents for signing instructions.
• Provide overflow assistance to attorneys and legal support staff in a team environment.

Experience and Education Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required, Associate Degree preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in an administrative role.
• Strong organizational and communication skills preferred.

Compensation:

• Expected salary range of $52,000 - $57,000 annually for candidates based in Chicago, IL.
• Starting salary will be determined based on individual experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package offered by the firm.

Thompson Coburn LLP is a large, full-service law firm with offices in multiple cities across the . The firm prides itself on its core values of integrity, excellence, client service, diversity, innovation, creativity, trust, and loyalty. Employees are valued and respected, and the firm offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including medical, vision, dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, paid parental leave, 401(k) plans, and more.

The Legal Administrative Assistant Trainee - Litigation position is a growth opportunity for individuals looking to advance their career in the legal administrative field. The trainee will receive mentorship and training from experienced members of the firm's support team. This is a fast-paced environment, and the successful candidate must be coachable, positive, and willing to learn. The position requires in-office support, with the possibility of a hybrid work schedule after an extended training period.

Thompson Coburn is an equal opportunity employer, and they value diversity and inclusivity within their workforce. They offer a welcoming and collaborative environment for all employees, and they expect the highest level of integrity and excellence from their employees in return.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and edit legal documents, correspondence, and reports from rough draft form.
• Provide administrative support to assigned attorneys, including calendaring, preparing letters and emails, coordinating travel arrangements, and managing attorney contact and client lists.
• Input invoices and expense reports in Chrome River for processing.
• Assist in requesting conflict of interest reports and opening new clients/matters through the firm's software program.
• Prepare client binders and documents for signing instructions.
• Provide overflow assistance to attorneys and legal support staff in a team environment.

Experience and Education Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required, Associate Degree preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in an administrative role.
• Strong organizational and communication skills preferred.

Compensation:

• Expected salary range of $52,000 - $57,000 annually for candidates based in Chicago, IL.
• Starting salary will be determined based on individual experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package offered by the firm.

Thompson Coburn is a leading full-service law firm with offices in multiple cities across the . They are currently seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant Trainee - Litigation to join their Chicago office. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to advance their career in the legal administrative field, as the trainee will receive mentorship and training from experienced members of the firm's support team.

The successful candidate must be coachable, positive, and willing to learn, as this is a fast-paced environment. The position requires in-office support, with the possibility of a hybrid work schedule after an extended training period. Thompson Coburn values integrity, innovation, and diversity, and they foster a welcoming and inclusive environment for their employees.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and edit legal documents, correspondence, and reports from rough draft form.
• Provide administrative support to assigned attorneys, including calendaring, preparing letters and emails, coordinating travel arrangements, and managing attorney contact and client lists.
• Input invoices and expense reports in Chrome River for processing.
• Assist in requesting conflict of interest reports and opening new clients/matters through the firm's software program.
• Prepare client binders and documents for signing instructions.
• Provide overflow assistance to attorneys and legal support staff in a team environment.

Experience and Education Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required, Associate Degree preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in an administrative role.
• Strong organizational and communication skills preferred.

Compensation:

• Expected salary range of $52,000 - $57,000 annually for candidates based in Chicago, IL.
• Starting salary will be determined based on individual experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package offered by the firm.

Thompson Coburn is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusivity within their workforce. They offer a welcoming and collaborative environment for all employees, and they expect the highest level of integrity and excellence from their employees in return.

Experience and Education Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required, Associate Degree preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in an administrative role.
• Strong organizational and communication skills preferred.

Compensation:

• Expected salary range of $52,000 - $57,000 annually for candidates based in Chicago, IL.
• Starting salary will be determined based on individual experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package offered by the firm.

Thompson Coburn is a leading full-service law firm with offices in multiple cities across the