Nyhan Bambrick Kinzie & Lowry - Chicago, IL
posted 3 months ago
This position performs a variety of administrative support duties and delivers high-quality services to internal and external clients, exhibiting commitment to integrity and excellence. The role requires thorough knowledge of all firm and practice-specific administrative processes and procedures, information technology systems, research tools, and a broad-based understanding of the clients, matters, and associated practices. The scope of responsibilities includes prioritizing, managing, and following through on multiple projects, and communicating effectively, courteously, and professionally with clients, attorneys, staff, and peers. After a probationary period and with proven work skills, you may work a hybrid schedule. The Legal Assistant will provide support to attorneys and back up other assistants as needed. Key tasks include preparing, merging, and proofreading documents from digital dictation software, preparing Notice of Motions, Request for Hearings, Settlement Contracts, and other pleadings, and electronically filing these with the Court. The assistant will also profile and maintain documents in document management software to ensure case materials and electronic files are current. Scheduling depositions and independent medical exams, preparing necessary documentation, and entering attorneys' time into billing software are also part of the role. Additionally, the assistant will utilize document management software to perform duties and responsibilities and assist with special projects as needed.