Provide legal and administrative support to a team of attorneys
Create, prepare, proofread, and amend high volume complex legal documents, pleadings, including table of contents and table of authorities, letters and emails
File pleadings with state and federal courts using various means, including electronic court filing systems.
Calendar maintenance, such as scheduling hearings, briefing schedules, discovery deadlines, depositions, meetings, and knowledge of civil and federal court deadline filing dates, court rules, and procedures
Prepare for and assist in trials
Assist Paralegals in organizing case files and records maintenance
Assist with travel arrangements upon request including car, hotel and airfare reservations, and complete attorney monthly expenses to accounting
Administrative work, including billing, correspondence, invoices and reporting to clients
Essential Skills & Experience
Strong work ethic, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills are essential.
Ability to think ahead; to follow written and verbal instructions, strong skills in writing, researching, and organization/flexibility and Teamwork.
Intermediate proficiency of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Creative problem solver who takes initiative to accomplish tasks with a minimal level of supervision.
Exceptional attention to detail and high proficiency in proofreading
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and work with professionals inside and outside the firm.
To qualify for the experienced Legal Assistant role:
5+ years of prior experience as a legal assistant or secretary.
Must have experience filing with state and federal courts.
Knowledge in e-filing in the collar counties.
Previous experience with File site or iManage filing systems
Why Join Us?
At Clyde & Co, we believe in supporting your professional growth while ensuring you have the flexibility and benefits you need to thrive. Here's what you can look forward to:
Hybrid Work Flexibility - Enjoy a perfect balance between remote and in-office work.
Paid Time Off - Generous paid time off and firm holidays.
Referral Rewards - Earn bonuses for introducing talented colleagues to our team.
Mentorship & Career Growth - Access strong mentorship, global training programs, and career development support.
Engaging Culture - Participate in exciting social events, volunteer and community service initiatives, and professional development opportunities.
Inclusive Parental Leave - Six months fully paid, for all parents regardless of gender or path to parenthood.
Wellbeing Benefits - $300 per calendar year for a variety of wellness activities as well as Wellbeing Day dedicated to you, free from work, to focus on your mental, physical, and emotional health.
Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, dental, vision , life, and disability, for you and your family.
Retirement Benefits - S tarts on day one and 100% vested .
The Firm
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceRemote work optionsPerformance bonusParental leave
Additional Information
Clyde & Co US LLP seeks entry level and experienced legal assistants to provide excellent secretarial and administrative support attorneys and paralegals in our Chicago office. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a paperless environment and will tailor to the unique support needs of each attorney while ensuring the smooth running of the group and department as a whole.
Clydeco · Chicago