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O’Hagan Meyer is growing national law firm consistently recognized for professional services provided to clients of the firm. The Chicago Office Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily functions of the firm’s headquarter office. The Chicago office is also going through an exciting period of growth including expansion of office space in Chicago. The Office Manager will be integral to the success of this project as we transition smoothly and ensure limited disruption to office operations is prioritized.
Job Responsibility:
Oversee the daily functions of the firm’s headquarter office
Ensure attorneys are provided with legal support services
Maintain a culture of inclusiveness and teamwork
Provide coaching, development and encouragement
Manage workflow, attorney assignments and overflow for legal support staff and receptionist
Approve PTO and OT requests
Develop and coordinate backup process for out of office coverage, holiday scheduling and leaves of absence
Serve as a liaison between the legal staff and Chicago Management Committee
Host regular team meetings
Provide regular feedback to Chicago Management Committee
Plan team social outings
Ensure the office is professionally maintained
Organizing office operations and procedures
Reviewing and approving supply requisitions
Assigning and monitoring clerical functions
Manage Chicago operations, paralegal and legal assistant team leads
Collaborate with various business operations departments
Participate in the legal staff hiring process
Training new hires
Monitor performance of legal support staff
Proactively provide constructive feedback
Complete regular reviews of legal staff
Handle conflicts and resolve complaints
Work with office and firm management to maintain and implement office policies
Completes operational requirements
Keeps office and firm management informed
Point of contact for building management
Recommends office and workstation assignments
Hosts regular 1 on 1 meetings with legal support staff
Requirements:
5+ years of law office managerial experience
Extensive experience in leading teams
Understanding of the life cycle of a litigation file
Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Prior direct supervisory experience
Strong interpersonal skills
Detail oriented
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
What we offer:
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, & Company Holidays)