Legal Secretary

Legal Secretary Position

We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our team on a contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. This role is ideal for someone who is detail oriented and has a strong background in legal administrative tasks, particularly within medical malpractice or similar areas. You will play a crucial role in supporting attorneys with court filings, scheduling, and case preparation.

Responsibilities :

• Prepare and submit court filings, including electronic submissions, with attention to accuracy and deadlines.
• Manage calendars and schedules for attorneys, ensuring smooth coordination of meetings and court appearances.
• Conduct basic legal research and assist with filing related documentation.
• Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism.
• Assist in drafting and organizing case documents to support legal proceedings.
• Coordinate communication between attorneys, clients, and court personnel.
• Maintain detailed records and ensure all documentation is readily accessible.
• Provide support with dictation and transcription as needed.
• Ensure adherence to legal procedures and filing standards.
• Monitor deadlines and follow up on pending tasks to ensure timely completion.

The pay range for this position is 20 to 25. Benefits available to contract professionals include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan.

Requirements :

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.