Legal Administrative Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Legal Administrative Assistant Industry:

Environmental Services Location (City, State):

Hoffman Estates, IL Pay:

$26.00–$27.00/hour Work Schedule:

Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM | 100% Onsite Benefits:

This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). About the Company: Our client is a growing organization seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to provide critical support to its in-house legal department. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain hands-on corporate legal experience in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. High-performing contractors may be considered for a permanent opportunity based on business needs and experience. Job Description: The Legal Administrative Assistant will support the legal team with contract administration, document management, and litigation-related tasks. This position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable managing multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality. Key Responsibilities: Review, edit, and organize a variety of commercial and legal agreements, including contract revisions and redlines. Assist with preparing, tracking, and maintaining contracts throughout the review and execution process. Monitor agreement expiration dates and coordinate renewals for service contracts, commercial leases, and other legal documents. Support litigation administration by organizing case files, legal correspondence, discovery documentation, subpoenas, and legal holds. Maintain accurate legal records and update information within legal document management systems. Coordinate with internal departments, outside vendors, landlords, and legal partners to gather required documentation and facilitate contract completion. Provide administrative support to the legal department, ensuring documents and projects are completed accurately and on schedule. Assist with special projects and other legal administrative responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications: 1–3+ years of legal administrative, paralegal, contracts administration, or related experience. Associate degree or Paralegal Certificate preferred. Experience reviewing or processing contracts; exposure to commercial or real estate agreements is a plus. Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word. Experience with legal document management software is preferred. Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism. Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills and a collaborative approach. Perks: Opportunity to work alongside an experienced in-house legal team. Exposure to a wide variety of commercial contracts and legal projects. Collaborative, team-oriented office culture with strong mentorship. Modern office environment with premium amenities, including dining options, cafés, and shared community spaces. Potential for long-term employment based on performance and business needs.