Dream Exchange · 5 months ago
Legal Assistant
Chicago, IL
Contract
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expDream Exchange is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join their Legal Department. This role is critical in supporting the legal team with responsibilities such as document management, legal research, and preparation of legal materials.
Financial ServicesStock ExchangesTrading Platform
Responsibilities
Manage and maintain legal department calendars, deadlines, and document filing systems
Draft, proofread, format, and finalize legal documents with a high level of accuracy
Assist with preparation of exhibits and responses to governmental and legal inquiries, including subpoenas
Conduct legal research, including review of Secretary of State filings and corporate governance documents
Convert and compare documents between PDF and Word formats; track and manage revisions
Support the preparation of materials for board meetings and legal submissions
Ensure accurate and confidential handling of sensitive information
Provide administrative support for internal legal operations and investor documentation
Take meeting minutes
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience as a legal assistant, preferably within a corporate or law firm environment with exposure to corporate law
Exceptional proficiency in Microsoft Word; working knowledge of Excel (pivot tables a plus)
Strong understanding of legal terminology, processes, and document production standards
Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
Associate or Bachelor's degree
Experience with LEXIS, Westlaw, or similar legal research platforms
Prior involvement in document production processes, including bates stamping and exhibit preparation
Experience working with contracts, NDAs, intellectual property, corporate governance, or finance-related legal matters
Writing samples demonstrating legal writing ability, if applying for the role
Company
Dream Exchange
Dream Exchange is a stock exchange and venture exchange company that lists and trades stocks of small to mid-sized, early-stage companies.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$10MKey Investors
Donald BowenOmar K. DannerElwood Blackwell
2026-01-09Undisclosed
2025-11-12Undisclosed
2025-10-27Undisclosed
Leadership Team
Joe Cecala
Founder & CEO
Recent News
2026-01-11
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