Legal Practice Assistant

\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca id=\"myCustomID\" href=\""\u003ETo Apply for this Job Click Here\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/h4\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELegal Practice Assistant\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003EA well-respected Chicago law firm is seeking a Practice Assistant to join its growing team. This is a full-time position supporting senior associates and counsel within a busy practice group, providing high-level administrative support and serving as a key resource for attorneys who manage complex matters and growing client relationships.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003EThe role follows a 35-hour work week with a schedule of 9:30 AM-5:30 PM. The position is currently five days onsite, with the potential to transition to four days in-office once the Chicago office is fully established. The salary range for this position is \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E$75,000-$95,000\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003E, depending on experience. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003EThis is an excellent opportunity for a proactive administrative professional who enjoys being a true right hand to busy attorneys. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of administrative support experience, within a law firm environment. The firm is seeking someone who is highly organized, tech-savvy, and forward-thinking, with the ability to anticipate needs, solve problems before they arise, and keep attorneys operating efficiently. Candidates who take initiative, connect the dots, and thrive in a fast-paced environment will be especially successful in this role.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003ESkills required and Job Duties include the following:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EJob Duties:\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003EProvide day-to-day administrative support to attorneys, including calendar management and workflow coordination\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003ECoordinate complex domestic and international travel arrangements, including itineraries, accommodations, transportation, and contingency planning\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003EPrepare, review, and process expense reports and reimbursement requests\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003EEnter, review, and maintain attorney time records in accordance with firm billing guidelines\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003EAssist with billing functions, including reviewing and editing bills\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003ECoordinate client meetings, internal meetings, events, and other attorney-facing activities\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003EMaintain attorney biographies, assist with new matter openings, and support administrative reporting needs\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003EUpdate and maintain CRM databases and assist with client relationship management initiatives\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003ESupport business development efforts, including client outreach, client gifts, and relationship-building activities\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003EServe as a primary administrative resource for attorneys and help facilitate communication with internal departments\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003EUtilize firm technology and workflow tools to manage tasks, records, and administrative processes\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003EProvide exceptional client service while handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EQualifications:\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003E3-5 years of administrative support experience, within a law firm\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003EStrong ability to work effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced setting\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003EExperience coordinating complex travel arrangements and managing demanding schedules\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003EStrong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003EAbility to prioritize competing responsibilities and consistently meet deadlines\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003EProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other business technology platforms\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003EExcellent verbal and written communication skills\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003EStrong interpersonal skills and ability to work with professionals at all levels\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003EAbility to work independently while also contributing to a collaborative team environment\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003EProfessional judgment, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003EAssociate\u0026#8217;s or Bachelor\u0026#8217;s degree preferred\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003EApply TODAY!\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003EOnly qualified candidates will be contacted.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg src=\""\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #ffffff\"\u003EL043417-MJR_1793742297\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca id=\"otherId\" href=\""\u003ETo Apply for this Job Click Here\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/h4\u003E