Legal Assistant

3 weeks ago


Chicago, United States Robert Half Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWe are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This role involves supporting attorneys, managing calendars, processing dictation, and handling state filings. The Legal Assistant will also be responsible for managing personal injury and medical malpractice cases, and assisting in trial preparation. This is a short term contract employment opportunity.

Responsibilities:
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation and exposure
• Handle state filings, excluding federal
• Manage calendars for attorneys
• Process dictation and handle limited phone exposure
• Handle personal injury and medical malpractice cases
• Assist in trial preparations, including creating visual aids, models, and mock-ups
• Manage client relations and maintain effective communication
• Use case management software effectively
• Utilize Aderant, Adobe Acrobat, and Automated City Register Information System (ACRIS) among other tools
• Perform claim administration and billing functions.• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant
• Proficiency in using Aderant and Adobe Acrobat
• Familiarity with Automated City Register Information System (ACRIS)
• Proficient in using Case Management Software
• Experience with CompuLaw would be advantageous
• Ability to handle Billing Functions and Calendar Management
• Experience in Claim Administration
• Excellent Client Relations and Communication skills
• Familiarity with Calendar - Docket and Calendaring
• Proficient in Dictation and Dictation - Dictaphone
• Experience in Trial Preparation and Trial Prep - Vis Aids - Models - Mockups
• Knowledge in Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury Law
• Experience in Personal Injury Litigation and Personal Injury Plaintiffs
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Good team player with the ability to work independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make decisions
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Bachelor's degree in Law or related field preferred
• Must have legal right to work in the country of employment
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