Quarles & Brady LLP · 22 hours ago
Legal Assistant - Real Estate
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$26.97/hr - $44.53/hr
3+ years expQuarles & Brady LLP is seeking an experienced and proactive Legal Assistant to join their Real Estate group in Chicago. The role involves supporting attorneys in complex commercial real estate transactions, managing calendars, and maintaining confidentiality while delivering exceptional work.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Edit, format, and proofread documents in Word and Excel, including applying styles and headings
Submit new matters for intake and conflict checks
Process daily time entry
Assist attorneys with matter administration and client billing, including:
Following client policies and procedures
Coordinating with client administrative personnel
Reviewing and editing pre-bills
Support attorneys in preparing for commercial real estate closings
Prepare closing binders and follow up on post-closing items
Assist in creating and editing PowerPoint presentations
Maintain strict confidentiality regarding firm and client matters
Manage attorneys’ calendars, travel arrangements, appointments, meetings, conferences, and expense reimbursements
Qualification
Required
Minimum 3–5 years of secretarial experience in a real estate environment, including all aspects of real estate closings
Strong organizational, communication, and client service skills
Exceptional technical skills required, including proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, iManage, and Aderant
Ability to prioritize multiple projects and manage competing deadlines
Highly detail-oriented with a collaborative nature and willingness to learn new tasks
High School Diploma required
Preferred
Experience with major institutional investors and commercial real estate transactions is a plus
Knowledge of legal and real estate terminology is a plus
Further education or professional certification preferred
Benefits
Paid time off
Health
Vision
Dental
401k
Life
Disability
And much more
Company
Quarles & Brady LLP
For over 125 years, Quarles & Brady LLP has provided quality legal services to a wide range of industries on a national stage.
1001-5000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Karen Mazin
Chief Financial Officer
David Fleisher
Chief Operating Officer
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