Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Lyons Law Group - Downers Grove, IL

Full-time - Entry Level

Downers Grove, IL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Lyons Law Group is an established and respected law firm located in Downers Grove, dedicated to providing top-tier legal services to our clients. We handle a diverse array of legal matters including commercial transactions, commercial litigation, estate and trust administration, and estate planning. Our commitment is to achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients through meticulous preparation and aggressive representation. We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and highly-motivated self-starter to join our team as a Paralegal/Legal Assistant. The ideal candidate will have experience in business transactional and litigation support, be proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Professional, and Google Calendar, possess strong organizational skills, and thrive in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment. This role involves supporting up to three attorneys in all aspects of their daily practice, ensuring that the legal team operates efficiently and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Communicating with clients via phone, email, and in person
• Onboarding clients and maintaining client services from engagement through termination of services
• Maintaining the firm's calendaring system
• Scheduling meetings and conferences for the attorneys
• Attending meetings alongside the attorney and taking accurate notes on proceedings
• Docketing court hearings and deadlines
• Organizing documents for court filings and record-keeping
• Proofreading legal documents
• Performing various administrative tasks such as copying, creating client files, filing, organizing, and maintaining files, and managing and ordering office supplies
• Maintaining client confidentiality and privacy

Requirements

• 3 years of experience as a Paralegal/Legal Assistant (Preferred)
• Paralegal Degree or Certificate (Preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Professional, and Google Calendar
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Profit sharing
• Vision insurance
• Health insurance with monthly employer contribution
• Year-end discretionary bonus