Legal Assistant, Robert Half

Robert Half

Location:
United States, Chicago

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team on a contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in supporting attorneys by maintaining schedules, drafting legal documents, and ensuring seamless organizational support. This position offers a dynamic environment where your expertise in legal procedures and attention to detail will be highly valued. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary, and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training.

Job Responsibility:

Manage attorneys' calendars, confirm daily meetings, and ensure timely follow-ups
prepare, transcribe, and edit legal documents, correspondence, and other materials using word processing software
participate in weekly meetings, handling agendas and recording minutes
proofread all work thoroughly to ensure accuracy and alignment with legal standards
collaborate with the finance team to process invoices, bills, and distributions
submit conflict checks and complete New Matter Intake Forms as required
organize and maintain both electronic and physical client files, ensuring accessibility and confidentiality
utilize the firm's docketing software to input and manage case-related dates and deadlines
file legal documents electronically with courts in compliance with procedural requirements
assist in trial and hearing preparation, including document organization and coordination

Requirements:

Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar role
demonstrated ability to manage complex calendars and schedules
exceptional organizational and time-management skills
high attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks
strong communication skills, both written and verbal
proficiency in legal software and Microsoft Office Suite
strong experience in commercial litigation support
proficiency in electronic filing systems and procedures

What we offer:

medical insurance
vision insurance
dental insurance
life and disability insurance
access to 401(k) plan
access to free online training

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
July 31, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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