Legal Assistant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support daily legal and administrative operations for a team based in Deerfield, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, comfortable handling time-sensitive documents, and confident managing communication with clients and internal staff. The role requires strong computer proficiency, careful attention to deadlines, and the ability to keep files, notices, and legal records accurate and well maintained.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and distribute legal notices and other correspondence with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness.
• Coordinate large-volume mailings and ensure materials are sent correctly and on schedule.
• Maintain organized physical and electronic case files to support efficient document retrieval and recordkeeping.
• Handle filing tasks, including e-filing and court-related submissions, in accordance with required procedures and deadlines.
• Support calendar and document tracking activities to help keep legal matters moving forward.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and office personnel regarding documentation and case-related updates.
• Provide administrative assistance to the legal team through document preparation, file organization, and general office support.

The pay range for this position is 25 to 28. 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.