Legal Secretary
$25 - $30 per hourRobert Half
Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for a Legal Secretary to support a plaintiff-side employment law practice in Illinois. This Contract position calls for someone who can manage legal documentation, coordinate filings, and keep matters moving efficiently through each stage of the case. The ideal candidate is comfortable working from dictation, preparing formal correspondence, and assisting with court-related deadlines and submissions.
Responsibilities:• Prepare client letters, legal pleadings, motions, and related documents from dictated recordings and attorney direction using word processing tools.
• Coordinate state and federal court submissions, including electronic filing, notice preparation, and follow-up on required documentation.
• Organize and update standard legal forms and template language for post-consultation correspondence and case-related communications.
• Gather case details and supporting information from clients when additional materials are needed for filings or attorney review.
• Maintain calendars for legal deadlines, filing dates, hearings, and other time-sensitive case activity.
• Review drafted materials for formatting, completeness, and accuracy before they are finalized and distributed.
• Support motion practice by assembling exhibits, preparing filing components, and ensuring documents are ready for submission.• Prior experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar legal administrative support role. • Background supporting plaintiff-side employment law matters strongly preferred. • Demonstrated experience with dictation and transcription of legal correspondence and case documents. • Proficiency with electronic court filing in state and federal courts. • Working knowledge of motions, pleadings, notices, and other litigation-related documents. • Strong calendar management skills with the ability to track multiple deadlines accurately. • Excellent written communication, organization, and attention to detail. The pay range for this position is $25 to $30. Benefits available to contract/contract professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/contract professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.
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