Legal Administrative Assistant

Strauss Malk & Feder LLP

Legal Administrative Assistant

Northbrook, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k) matching

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Strauss Malk & Feder LLP is seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to join our firm. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional with 2 or more years of experience to play a pivotal role within a well-established law firm.

    This position will provide support to attorneys across all practice groups, including Litigation, Trusts & Estates, Real Estate, Corporate, and Transactional. The ideal candidate will have experience working in Litigation and Trusts & Estates, along with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure. We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented professional who enjoys client interactions and takes initiative to anticipate the needs of our team and clients.

    Responsibilities:

    Assist with court filings and managing the firm’s litigation docket.

    Help maintain and organize case files and client records.

    Act as one of the firm's Notaries.

    Help manage incoming calls and greet clients and visitors, ensuring a professional and welcoming reception experience.

    Transcribe various types of dictations.

    Help process monthly client statements.

    Provide general administrative support to all members of the firm as needed.

    Qualifications:

    Minimum of 2 years of experience providing legal administrative support in a law firm setting.

    Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

    Strong written and verbal communication skills.

    Professional, proactive, and client-service oriented demeanor.

    Benefits:

    Competitive hourly compensation based on experience

    Access to the firm’s health and dental insurance plans

    401(k) plan with employer match

    Paid time off and holidays

    Paid sick leave

    About Strauss Malk & Feder LLP: Strauss Malk & Feder LLP is a well-established, suburban law firm recognized for its work in complex Trusts and Estate planning, as well as in Litigation, Real Estate, Corporate and Transactional matters. We offer a professional and collaborative environment where every member of the firm plays a meaningful role in delivering quality service to our clients.