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Christian Legal Society · 2 months ago

Agnello & Rogers–Legal Assistant

Wheaton, IL

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Christian Legal Society is seeking a legal assistant for their growing Wheaton law office. The role focuses on managing files and deadlines for real estate transactions, as well as assisting with estate planning and small business transactions.

LegalLegal TechNon Profit

Responsibilities

Ability to manage files and deadlines for real estate transactions is critical, and able to manage an office wide calendar

Writing letters and emails to other attorneys and clients, or other professionals related to the law practice; answering phone calls; reviewing files; tracking important deadlines; able to work alone and independently in the office when necessary, though would likely be working alongside others in the office on a regular basis; ability to occasionally drive to title companies, county offices, or court houses

Ability to communicate professionally and with assertiveness on the phone, by email, and in person with clients, other lawyers and legal assistants, as well as other parties related to the functioning of the law practice

Computer skills, familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe; familiarity with Apple computer systems is a plus, but not required

Qualification

Legal knowledgeParalegal certificationMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelAttention to detailFile managementDocument draftingCalendar managementAdobe familiarityCommunication skills

Required

Ability to manage files and deadlines for real estate transactions is critical, and able to manage an office wide calendar

Computer skills, familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe; familiarity with Apple computer systems is a plus, but not required

Ability to learn about the areas this practice concentrates in is essential, as is attention to details, particularly with document drafting and calendaring deadlines

Business casual attire is required