Legal Practice Assistant - 151-7046

Cozen O'Connor • Chicago, IL • 2h ago

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12974309 Job Description

Cozen O\'Connor\'s Chicago office is seeking a Legal Practice Assistant. We currently offer a hybrid work schedule, 3 days in the office, 2 days\' work from home. Come and work with one of the top 100 law firms in the country.

Responsibilities

Maintain attorney\'s calendar; follow-up as needed and confirm

various meetings throughout the workday

Manage attorney phone calls, including receiving/screening calls and

setting up conference calls

Type, transcribe and revise all communications and legal documents

including memoranda, correspondence, legal documents, charts and tables using various word processing software

Participate in weekly meetings and manage the agenda and minutes

Proofread all work for both content and @context

Make extensive travel arrangements

In conjunction with Finance, process invoices, bills and net

recovery distributions

Prepare and submit conflict checks and New Matter Intake Forms

Open, organize, prepare and maintain client and office files both in

electronic and paper filing systems

Use the Firm\'s docketing program. Enter all required scheduling and

dates in the program

Electronically file documents with the courts

Fill out, revise and/or update information for Status Reports

Coordinate CLE training classes

Process attorneys\' weekly time summaries and expense reports and

meet the weekly deadline for reporting such items to ensure that attorney records are processed in a timely manner

Monitor emails for both self and attorneys being supported

Coordinate, schedule and docket/calendar meetings, court reporters,

conference calls and client tasks

Maintain client contact lists for marketing events

Qualifications

Must have at least 2 years\' legal and/or executive secretarial

experience

Extensive and thorough working knowledge of software applications as

tools to complete assigned tasks, including, but not limited to iManage/DeskSite/WorkSite, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, InTapp, Big Hand, Docket Enterprise, DTE, ChromeRiver preferred

Proficient in advanced levels of Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Excel and

Word and the use and application of Styles, Redlining, Adobe Pro and PDF Docs4. If not proficient, must be able to operate the Firm\'s software applications on an advanced level within a reasonable period of time

Typing skills of 60+ w.p.m.

Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to

multitask. Strong Project management skills are required

Outstanding written and verbal communications. Must be able to

interact with clients, attorneys, and staff professionally

Experience with efiling in both state and federal courts

Assignments may change from time to time, and flexibility is

essential. Legal Practice Assistants are expected to extend support and service to primary attorneys and any attorney within the Litigation practice and the office.

Required to be in office at least 3 days per week

High School Diploma or its equivalent required

Notary preferred

The salary range for this role is \$70,000 - \$85,000 and represents the Firm\'s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate\'s relevant experience, qualifications and location.

About Us

Known for its commitment to action and tangible results, Cozen O\'Connor has rapidly grown to become one of North America\'s fastest-growing law firms. Offering full-service expertise in litigation, business law, and government relations, the firm serves a diverse clientele, including global Fortune 500 companies, growing middle-market firms, startups, and high-profile individuals. Founded in 1970, Cozen O\'Connor has over 925 attorneys practicing internationally in 32 cities across North America and Europe. The firm is consistently ranked among the top 100 law firms in America and has received recognition from prestigious legal and business organizations such as Chambers & Partners, The American Lawyer, The Legal 500, and Best Lawyers. Cozen O\'Connor is dedicated to excellence and strives to achieve the right results for its clients, no matter how complex or critical the legal challenges may be.

Cozen O\'Connor is committed to fostering greater inclusion in the legal profession. We understand the organizational effectiveness that comes from welcoming and valuing differences within the firm, and we know that assembling a team with a breadth of perspectives and experience is necessary to provide the highest quality legal service. We encourage candidates to apply and join us in this effort.

Cozen O\'Connor actively welcomes applicants who have previously left the workforce and are looking to return to their careers. Gaps in experience are not penalized.

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