What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant/Secretary position at Spesia & Taylor?
Job Description and Duties:
Spesia & Taylor is an established, well-respected law firm in the southwest suburbs, serving clients and the community since 1899. We are seeking a Legal Assistant/Secretary with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience. This position will support attorneys working on municipal matters, including traffic, zoning and annexation, as well as litigation. Knowledge of trust administration, wills and estates, and probates is a plus. Other administrative duties include but are not limited to photocopying and scanning documents, filing, and docket management.
Required Skills:
· The ideal candidate will have worked with attorneys handling one or more of the following case types: municipalities, litigation cases, trust/probate/will/estates
· Must have experience with court filings (electronic, state and federal), docket management, knowledge of pleading preparation, discovery.
· Must be highly proficient in written and oral communication.
· Ability to work both independently as well as part of a team. Must be organized and able to manage multiple tasks. May work with more than one attorney.
· Extensive experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, as well as working knowledge of Microsoft Teams and Zoom.
Job Type:
Full-time; in person
· Salary range $48,000-60,000, commensurate with experience
· Benefits including health insurance, life insurance, long term disability, and 401k
Resumes should be sent to resume@spesia-taylor.com
Pay: $48,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Experience:
- Legal Secretary: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $48,000 - $60,000