Data Entry Specialist

DATA ENTRY SPECIALIST: Lexitas supports legal teams by coordinating service of process for professionals who are detail-driven, responsive, and dependable.

LOCATION: This is a full-time, on-site position based at our Chicago office located at 770 North LaSalle Street, Suite 615, Chicago, IL 60654

PAY RATE: $17.25/hr

BENEFITS: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with company match; paid time off and paid holidays, company paid maternity, baby bonding and military leave.

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ABOUT THE ROLE:

Lexitas is seeking a highly detail-oriented Data Entry Clerk to support our process service operations. This role is critical in ensuring accurate entry, tracking, and management of legal service data and court documents. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a goal-oriented environment, enjoys working with data and legal documentation, and understands that precision and follow-through are essential. While some tasks may be repetitive, the information you handle directly supports attorneys, clients, and court operations nationwide.

Lexitas is a rapidly growing national provider of legal and corporate support services, including court reporting, medical record retrieval, process service, and legal talent. Built on a foundation of trust, professionalism, and innovation, Lexitas delivers customized solutions with unmatched personal service to clients across the U.S. and internationally.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accurately enter legal order data and identify duplicates or missing information
• Interpret legal terminology and transcribe orders correctly
• Ensure orders are complete and compliant with billing protocols
• Manage and update billing rates tied to specific clients
• Track and respond to requests using Microsoft Outlook
• Process legal paperwork for service via fax, mail, courier, or hand-delivery
• Calculate due and order dates with precision
• Provide administrative support to managers, billing, and expeditor teams
• Prepare mailings required in legal proceedings
• Stay on task to complete orders

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong attention to detail and high typing accuracy (50+ WPM)
• Ability to multitask and work well under pressure

• Strong communication skills-written and verbal
• Familiarity with legal terms

• Proficiency in Outlook, Word, Adobe Acrobat, Windows; MR8 experience is a bonus
• Comfortable using standard office equipment (fax, scanner, copier)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior data entry experience preferably in legal or records-related environments
• Excellent attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work independently while being a supportive team member
• Positive, solutions-oriented mindset with a commitment to high-quality work

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This role is not a supervisor position.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from internal and external customers whose first language is English.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move documents from place to place in the office, paperwork could weigh up to 20lbs, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, type and use mouse; reach with hands and arms; and talk and/or hear. The employee is required to sit for extended periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office environment in a clerical environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and filing cabinets.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

No travel expected for this position.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to the job at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

Lexitas prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

EOE Employer/Vet/Disabled.

If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io for assistance. All other applications must be submitted online.