Legal Assistant

Found in: Appcast Linkedin GBL C2 - 3 weeks ago

Chicago, United States Gardiner Koch Weisberg & Wrona Full time

Overview

Gardiner Koch Weisberg & Wrona is a mid-sized boutique law firm with experience in over 50 practice areas, and with offices in Chicago, Naperville, and Lake Geneva. This full-time Legal Assistant position will work on-site out of our Chicago office and will primarily serve the family law department. However, the candidate will also handle tasks for other departments on an as-needed basis and perform administrative duties on a daily basis. The ideal candidate is well organized, a proactive communicator, a persistent problem-solver, and possesses strong attention to detail as well as a motivated and positive attitude.


Responsibilities

  • Administrative Support: Assist attorneys with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing calendars, organizing electronic and hard case files, mailing and hand-delivering legal documents, and answering the phone.
  • Client Communication: Serve as a liaison between clients and attorneys, responding to inquiries, relaying messages, and maintaining professional communication channels in a timely manner.
  • Document Preparation: Draft and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, affidavits, and correspondence, under attorney supervision.
  • Court Filings: Prepare and file legal documents with courts and administrative agencies, ensuring accuracy and adherence to procedural requirements.
  • Case Management: Assist in managing case files, tracking deadlines, updating case management systems, and assisting in preparation for all stages of a case to ensure timely progress and compliance with court orders.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in an area of study such as legal studies, political science, journalism, or similar is preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams) and Adobe required.
  • Familiarity with Clio, Odyssey E-File, and Pacer preferred but not required.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate large caseloads.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
  • Ability to independently solve issues in a timely and efficient manner.


Benefits

  • Paid vacation and sick leave
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Business casual dress code
  • Building amenities include a gym, common room, and a roof deck patio.
  • Our prime location on Wacker Drive is a 5-minute walk from the Merchandise Mart and a 2-minute walk from the Clark/Lake stops on the Brown and Purple Lines, with easy access to the Chicago River Walk and several popular restaurants.


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