Legal Administrative Assistant

2 weeks ago

Chicago, United States IFMK Law, Ltd Full time

**About Us**

The law firm of IFMK has been providing legal services in the areas of Workers’ Compensation and General Liability Defense since its formation in 1990. IFMK has the goal of delivering the highest quality services in a timely and cost-effective manner. Client service is the firm’s top priority.

**The Role**

**Responsibilities**:

- Compile, proofread and revise drafts of legal documents and reports.
- Daily record keeping with electronic filing of documents.
- Obtain relevant case information from other organizations or agencies.
- Create and organize information; generate reference tools for easy use by the team.
- Prepare and format legal and management reports.
- Maintain and update databases and tracking systems.
- Learn and adapt quickly to changing client requirements and guidelines.
- Work independently and proactively to assist multiple attorneys daily.
- Respond to all case-related queries and be able to use multiple court filing systems.
- Ensure efficient and effective administrative information and assistance.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Education, Skills and Experience**
- Legal Administrative Assistance education (preferred but not required)
- One-year Administrative Assistant experience preferred
- Ability to grasp and interpret legal documents
- Systematic knowledge of databases and tracking systems
- Fantastic organizational skills and detail oriented
- Ability to prioritize and work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Ability to work independently and proactively anticipating needs and as part of a team
- Very good written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, Excel, Adobe and presentation software
- Experience in handling workers’ compensation, civil litigation and employment cases a plus but not required

**More About Us**:
IFMK takes a team approach to each case, working together with the claims representative and company representative to resolve the litigation as quickly as possible. We understand that it is usually the claims representative’s responsibility to investigate and generally work up a claim. As defense counsel, we view our role as providing legal guidance and analysis, participating in the litigation process, aiding, and expediting the settlement process, and providing necessary legal expertise through the trial and hearing phase of the litigation.

**Job Type**: Part-time

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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