Legal Assistant

1 month ago

Homewood, United States Christopher J. Cummings, P.C. Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

We’re seeking a sharp legal assistant for our busy, small law firm who is comfortable performing intake with potential clients, scheduling, and deadline tracking. Our primary practice areas are estate planning, probate, and real estate. You’ll work with our attorney and paralegal to prepare legal documents, respond to emails and phone calls, schedule meetings, and track deadlines. Our clients love us because we care about them and always keep them informed. Benefits include paid time off, 3% SIMPLE IRA salary match. Health insurance contribution is negotiable. This is a full-time, in-person position in Homewood, Illinois. If you’re a well-organized, tech-savvy professional who enjoys working with people, we want to hear from you

Compensation:

$61,000

Responsibilities:
  • Perform new client intake to determine whether we can assist, and if not, refer them to other resources when possible
  • Enter client information in our practice management software (Clio)
  • Manage office correspondence and administrative tasks
  • Schedule client meetings and confirm upcoming appointments
  • Solicit online reviews after a matter is completed
  • Document internal procedures so we can share knowledge within our firm
  • Undertake other duties as needed to ensure the firm operates efficiently



Qualifications:
  • Candidates should have strong organizational skills and communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines with quick turnaround times
  • Ability to comfortably use all Microsoft Office products
  • 1-2 years of prior experience in a law firm environment as a secretary or administrative assistant
  • Some college is preferred; high school diploma or equivalent is required
About Company

Christopher J. Cummings, P.C. consists of one paralegal, Christopher J. Cummings, who has been in private practice since 1996 after serving as a felony prosecutor for 9 years in the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office and 2½ years as legal counsel for the Illinois Department of Corrections. Chris also served as a Judge Advocate General in the United States Army Reserve for 26 years.


Our practice is primarily transactional, focusing on estate planning, probate, trust administration, and real estate. In addition, Chris has served as the Village Attorney for the Village of Homewood since 2006, representing the village in a wide range of issues, including economic development and tax increment financing, Freedom of Information, Open Meetings Act, and all facets of local government.

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