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Legal Secretary

$30 - $35 per hour

Arlington Resources

Arlington Resources, a Cornerstone Staffing Solutions company, specializes in the placement of Human Resources Professionals for direct placement, temporary services and human resources consulting. Since 1997, Arlington Resources has successfully partnered with companies of all sizes from start-up to Fortune 100. With our specialization of filling Human Resources Jobs Nationwide, the Arlington Resources team has established relationships with the highest caliber of professionals in the field.

Our client located in Chicago, IL (60601) is seeking a Contract Legal Secretary.

Responsibilities:

  • Draft, format, proofread, and process legal documents, including complaints, pleadings, subpoenas, correspondence, and investigative reports.
  • Maintain organized, accurate, and confidential case and registration records.
  • Track case activity, deadlines, and required actions, ensuring timely follow-up and completion.
  • Serve as primary point of contact for complaints, respondents, witnesses, and attorneys, handling communications with professionalism and discretion.
  • Coordinate hearings, meetings, and internal discussions, including calendar management and preparation of materials.

Qualifications:

  • Associates Degree is required, Bachelors Degree is preferred.
  • Minimum of 3 years of legal secretary experience supporting attorneys in a litigation, regulatory, or court environment.
  • Strong working knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and ethical standards.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including complex document formatting.

Pay rate is $30-35/hr DOE. Contract is expected to last about 6 months. Arlington Resources offers medical, dental and vision insurance along with accrued sick time to all contractors.

To apply please send your resume as an e-mail attachment in MS Word format to View email address on click.appcast.io and reference Job#16923 OR apply via LinkedIn.

All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, age, physical or mental handicap unrelated to ability or an unfavorable discharge from military service.

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