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Mayer Brown · 1 day ago

Assistant: Legal Support

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$43K/yr - $57K/yr

1+ years exp

Mayer Brown is an international law firm that represents major corporations and financial institutions in complex transactions and disputes. The Assistant: Legal Support role involves providing assistance to legal secretarial staff and attorneys, with responsibilities including filing, document editing, and preparation of reports.

AdviceConsultingLegal

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Provides assistance to legal secretarial staff and attorneys

Filing

Minor document editing/redlining

Preparation of expense reports

Preparation of new matter memoranda

Photocopying/Scanning

Creation of labels

Assists with mailings and distributions

Enters attorney timekeeping

Binder assembly

Prepare audit letters

Monitor and respond to requests in the "Clerical Assistants" tile in BigHand and ensure any tasks not submitted through the platform are manually entered as required

Continuing education by actively pursuing opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge

Performs other duties as assigned or required to meet Firm goals and objectives

Qualification

Microsoft Office proficiencyTyping 50 WPMCustomer service skillsCommunication skillsTeam collaborationAttention to detailOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

College degree required. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered in lieu of the degree when the experience has been directly related to the functions of the job

1+ year office experience preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, accurate typing, grammar and spelling skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with all levels of the Firm and outside vendors

Ability to work in a diverse team environment and effectively support the demanding needs of the Firm

Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines with shifting priorities and collaborate with others

Must be a self-starter with a high level of initiative

Strong customer service skills, able to anticipate needs

Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects and responsibilities

Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion

Exercises solid strategic thinking and problem-solving skills

May require occasional lifting up to 20 lbs

Preferred

1+ year office experience preferred

Typing of 50 WPM preferred

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance

401(k) savings plan

Back-up childcare and eldercare

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Opportunities for professional development and growth

Company

Mayer Brown

Glassdoor3.6

Mayer Brown is a leading global law firm with offices in key business centers across the Americas, Asia and Europe.

Founded in 1863

Chicago, Illinois, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.mayerbrown.com/

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