Legal Assistant

Company: Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP
Location: Chicago
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

Swanson Martin & Bell, LLP has an opening for an experienced legal administrative assistant to the four litigation attorneys. The ideal candidate is someone who is energetic, detail-oriented, able to manage busy attorneys, and work independently.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, preparing e-filings for court, scheduling depositions where there are many parties involved, maintaining attorneys' calendars, opening new files, time entry, preparing expense reports (ChromeRiver), and day-to-day responsibilities. Family law experience is a plus.
Required SkillsApplicants must have the ability to work effectively both independently, as well as within a team, to assist attorneys. Must possess good communication skills and have excellent spelling, grammar and proofreading skills. High degree of proficiency with the Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and a document management system (DMS).
Required ExperienceIdeal candidates for this position should have at least 5 years of litigation experience.

• Swanson Martin & Bell, LLP offers an excellent benefit package, including medical, dental vision, Metra reimbursement, life insurance, vacation and sick time, holiday pay, and 401(k).

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