Legal Assistant

01 Mar 2024
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Job Duties/Responsibilities:

 Provide support to attorneys and covers other assistants as needed.

 Prepare, merge and proofread documents from digital dictation software.

 Prepare Notice of Motions, Request for Hearings, Settlement Contracts, and other pleadings and electronically file with Court.

 Profile and maintain documents in document management software to ensure case materials and electronic files are current.

 Schedule depositions and independent medical exams and prepare any necessary documentation.

 Enter attorneys’ time into billing software.

 Utilize document management software program to perform duties and responsibilities.

 Assist with special projects as needed.

Required Skills/Ability:

 Ability to effectively handle confidential correspondence with clients and opposing counsel and always ensure strict confidentiality.

 Ability to work independently and reliably.

 Ability to organize and prioritize tasks including delegation of tasks when appropriate.

 Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision to complete tasks in a timely manner.

 Ability to multi-task and prioritize a high volume of work, with a strong attention to detail.

 Ability to organize workflow and use time efficiently.

 Proficient with Adobe and Microsoft Office applications.

 Flexible and adaptable in various situations and when interacting with many different personalities.

 Knowledge of, or ability to quickly acquire, familiarity with the roles and function of the assigned department, and any specifically applicable laws or guidelines.

Education and Experience:

 Three+ years of law firm experience preferred.

 Undergraduate degree desired

 Experience with medical terminology desired.

 Litigation experience.

 Knowledge of rules of civil procedure and e-filing process.

 Experience with workers’ compensation appeals a plus.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, regular business hours

(Ability to work hybrid schedule after probationary period and with proven work skills)

Competitive salary and benefits

Full-time
  • ID: #51158795
  • State: Illinois Chicago 60601 Chicago USA
  • City: Chicago
  • Salary: USD TBD TBD
  • Showed: 2024-03-01
  • Deadline: 2024-04-30
  • Category: Legal/paralegal
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