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SalaryJob Overview:
We are seeking an experienced, skilled and organized Legal Secretary/Paralegal to join our team. You will provide administrative support to our litigation attorneys. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and benefits.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare, Manage and organize legal documents includiung correspondence, pleadings and discovery using document management systems. Experience with Smokeball a plus.
- Transcribe legal documents, contracts, and correspondence
- Communicate directly with clients
- Schedule appointments, meetings, and court hearings
- Electronically file pleadings with courts
- Assist with document review and preparation for litigation cases
- Provide general administrative support such as billing, filing, photocopying, and scanning documents. Experience with Tabs is required
- Maintain confidentiality of information
Skills:
- Proficiency in using document management systems
- Excellent transcription skills with attention to detail
- Strong knowledge of legal terminology particularly in the areas of family law, small claims and evictions
- Professional phone etiquette and strong communication skills
- Ability to review legal documents for accuracy and completeness
- Strong project management skills to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Familiarity with legal administrative procedures and processes
- Familiarity with efiling for local courts
We offer competitive pay based on experience and qualifications. This is a full-time position with benefits including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off. We do offer flexible daytime hours.
If you have the required skills and experience for this role, please submit your resume along with a cover letter detailing your qualifications for this position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $48,000.00 - $51,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Travel requirement:
- No travel
Ability to Relocate:
- South Elgin, IL 60177: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
