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Position Overview Meyer Capel, A Professional Corporation, is seeking a professional legal assistant to support attorneys in our Champaign office in the areas of civil litigation and labor & employment law. Prior law office or comparable experience is preferred but not required. Key Responsibilities Support attorneys in litigation and labor & employment matters by preparing, formatting, proofreading, serving, and filing pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents. Manage court filings and deadlines by calculating, calendaring, and tracking important dates while ensuring compliance with court rules, e-filing procedures, and service requirements. Organize and maintain case materials including pleadings, exhibits, correspondence, discovery documents, research files, and other paper or electronic records. Coordinate communications, meetings, and logistics with attorneys, clients, courts, witnesses, opposing counsel, and vendors, including scheduling depositions, conferences, and travel arrangements. Assist with new matters and administrative workflows by supporting conflict checks, engagement letters, attorney calendars, expense reports, invoices, and internal litigation database updates. Notary Requirement If the selected candidate is not already a notary public, they will be expected to cooperate with the firm in applying for a notary license. Compensation and Benefits Meyer Capel offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: A 37.5-hour workweek Medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance Flexible spending account or health savings account options Retirement program Paid PTO and company holidays The expected pay range for individuals with entry-level to three years of experience is $21.00 to $23.00 per hour. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for the legal field, we encourage you to apply. Please submit a cover letter and resume to recruiting@meyercapel.com with Champaign Legal Assistant - Civil Litigation, Labor & Employment in the subject line.

Pay:

$21.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) AD&D insurance Dental insurance Disability insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Profit sharing Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person