Wilsonelser

Legal Support Assistant

Chicago, Illinois. Posted 4 days ago

The role

You will support attorneys and Legal Administrative Assistants at a national law firm. The role covers client matters, document handling, billing support and general office administration.

What you will do

  • Assist with opening and closing client matters
  • Receive, sort, and distribute electronic notices, U.S. mail, faxes, and other documents
  • Help organize and maintain physical and electronic files in the firm's document management systems
  • Assist with client invoicing, including submission and verification of billing documentation
  • Support the submission of vendor bills and check requests
  • Research and respond to client billing inquiries
  • Manage and update information using Excel spreadsheets
  • Provide general administrative support to the office and team as needed

Required qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • At least 1 year of administrative or clerical experience in an office setting
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Professional phone etiquette and customer service mindset
  • High attention to detail with excellent spelling, grammar, and proofreading skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines
  • Comfort handling confidential information with discretion
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Willingness to work in person in an office environment

Nice to have

  • Prior law firm experience
  • Experience with document management or legal software

Benefits

  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with match
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Generous PTO plan
  • Access to corporate discount plans
  • Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement

Before you apply

  • Wilson Elser participates in the federal E-Verify program and confirms work authorization for all new hires

About the company

Wilson Elser is a national law firm with more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices. The posting describes a culture built on collaboration, innovation, client service and mutual respect.

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