Legal Practice Assistant – Various Practice Groups
San Francisco, Illinois, United States of America
Full Time
1 hour ago
$53,500 - $92,800 USD
No H1B
Key skills
LeadershipCommunication
About this role
Role Overview
Managing, organizing and maintaining case and client files
Coordinating and preparing information, materials, documents, reports, and evidence
Assisting with the drafting, proofreading, editing, and gathering of factual support for internal and external requests
Supporting the development and management of case and practice group work product
Conducting research, fact investigations, and analysis for internal and external requests
Coordinating communication and planning across attorney teams handling multiple client matters
Interfacing with clients and may serve as a point of contact for clients
Participating in supervised client communications to exchange information
Performing other duties as assigned by the Manager of Legal Practice Support, workflow coordinator and/or attorneys
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree required; 3.5 GPA or higher preferred
One (1) year of internship or professional experience preferred
Ability to be proactive and a self-starter
Ability to think critically and see “big picture” effects
Superior written/verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and within a team environment are a must
Exceptional leadership and organization skills
Proven ability to meet stringent deadlines, adapt to changing priorities, and balance multiple tasks while operating in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
Ability to manage confidential information with discretion
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Flexibility to travel and work evening hours at times as needed
Benefits
Medical coverage, with a variety of plans
Health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts
Domestic partner coverage
Parental leave
Vacation and holiday leave
Life and accident insurance
Income protection, including sick leave, salary continuation, and long term disability
9 paid holidays per calendar year
2 personal days per year
Up to 20 days of vacation per year
1 paid sick leave hour for 30 hours worked
Up to five days off for bereavement leave
Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave per year
Up to 10 weeks of paid pregnancy disability leave per pregnancy