What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal / Legal Assistant position at Ruberry Stalmack & Garvey, LLC?
We are hiring!
Chicago Loop Law Firm is seeking an energetic and resourceful individual to grow our Paralegal/Legal Assistant team, to provide effective support and case management to multiple attorneys.
Our ideal candidate will be flexible and a self-starter, with excellent communication and organizational skills. The ability to juggle and prioritize multiple time-sensitive projects while maintaining calm and positive energy is key component to success.
Duties and responsibilities: Our Paralegal/Legal Assistant's duties will include, but are not limited to the following:
- Preparing correspondence and typing legal documents
- Document summary and review
- Paper and electronic file organization
- Court filings, both electronically and in person
- Preparing and organizing trial and deposition exhibits
- Locating / obtaining medical records
- Performing legal research
- Scheduling of meetings
- Maintaining internal docket calendars
Skills and Experience:
· Possess a professional manner and appearance
· Highly skilled in typing/word processing
· Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
· Excellent grammar skills
· Firm grasp of office procedures
· Ability to take direction, while exercising judgment and independent thought
· Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
· Can work both independently and as a team
Prior law firm experience or college degree preferred.
This is a full-time, on-site position. Pay is commensurate with experience. Benefits are available for full-time employees include Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Long-term Disability insurance, 401(k), Flexible Spending plans and paid time off.
Salary range is $45,000 to $60,000 per annum commensurate with experience.
Please submit a resume and cover letter to hiring.manager@ruberry-law.com for consideration.
Salary : $45,000 - $60,000