36 results for Legal Assistant in Chicago, IL

Legal Assistant We are in the search for a dedicated Legal Assistant to join our team in CHICAGO, Illinois, 60602-4217, United States. In this role, you will be instrumental in managing legal documents, coordinating schedules, and performing various administrative tasks. Your expertise in the Corporate industry will be a valuable asset as you navigate tasks within the legal department. Responsibilities: • Handle the drafting and reviewal process of various contracts such as engagement letters, non-disclosure agreements, Independent Contractor agreements, Vendor agreements, and more. • Manage and maintain schedules to ensure optimal coordination, time management, and effectiveness. • Oversee the filing system for documents and emails to ensure organization and easy access. • Take the initiative to identify issues, propose solutions, and implement improvements proactively. • Coordinate travel plans as needed. • Perform routine administrative tasks including mailing, faxing, and copying. • Prepare and submit expense reports in a timely manner. • Undertake any additional tasks as required by the Legal Department.

Legal Assistant Robert Half is looking for a Legal Assistant to join a wonderful firm in Chicago, Illinois. This role will provide comprehensive administrative support to legal professionals at the firm. The Legal Assistant will be expected to perform a variety of tasks including processing documents, coordinating schedules, and maintaining client communications. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Handle all incoming and outgoing mail as required.</li><li>Maintain and update attorney calendars using Firm software concerning court dates, meetings, conference calls, in-house meetings, and travel.</li><li>Assist with the arrangement of travel and timely completion of expense reports.</li><li>Provide direct administrative and clerical support such as timekeeping, processing billing memos, expense reports, scheduling, scanning, document editing, and preparing packages for mailing.</li><li>Use standard computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, and comparison software</li><li>Work directly with attorneys, paraprofessionals, and administrative assistants for projects requiring special or specific instruction, displaying the ability to work independently on those tasks as directed.</li><li>Demonstrate an understanding of how individual tasks impact other long-term projects and the overall functioning of the department.</li><li>Maintain good public relations with clients while observing the confidentiality of attorney-client relationships and following practice group guidelines for protecting client information.</li><li>Create and maintain all client and general files.</li><li>Develop familiarity with standard formatting and document production procedures.</li><li>Show initiative in seeking additional tasks to maintain a steady workload and assist in any other area of the Firm as assigned</li></ul>

Legal Assistant Robert Half is looking for a Legal Assistant to join a wonderful firm in Chicago, Illinois. As a Legal Assistant, your role will involve preparing and reviewing various legal documents and correspondence, managing estate planning documents, maintaining trust/estate financial records, and acting as a liaison between lawyers and clients. Responsibilities: • Prepare, review, and edit a wide range of legal documents and correspondence, ensuring high quality, accuracy, and comprehensiveness.• Prepare and review estate planning documents.• Maintain trust/estate financial records.• Create and maintain a filing system; open and close files in a timely fashion.• Process client intake forms.• Manage mail, e-mail, faxes, and phone calls in a confidential, organized, and efficient manner.• Arrange meetings, coordinate travel arrangements, and schedule appointments.• Prepare attorney expense claims and close transactions.• Act as a liaison between assigned lawyer(s) and clients, as well as internal departments and external affiliates including financial institutions, municipal, and government departments as requested.• Perform other related and administrative duties as assigned.

Legal Assistant Please email your resume directly to cosette antonia .bevis @ robert half com for immediate consideration. Our client is seeking a Legal Assistant to join their dynamic team and assist with transactional legal matters in Chicago. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced legal support professional to leverage their skills in a direct-hire role at a well-established organization. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support for transactional legal matters, including contract preparation, corporate filings, and document management.</li><li>Handle drafting, proofreading, and formatting of correspondence and legal documents (e.g., agreements, resolutions, amendments).</li><li>Maintain and manage transactional files and records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with the organization’s policies.</li><li>Monitor deadlines, coordinate logistics for meetings, and communicate with cross-functional teams to facilitate the completion of legal projects.</li><li>Conduct basic legal research and assist in preparing materials for corporate filings and compliance requirements.</li><li>Liaise between the legal team, clients, vendors, and third-party service providers.</li><li>Provide administrative support such as calendar management, travel scheduling, and expense reporting for attorneys and key stakeholders.</li></ul>

Legal Assistant We are offering a long-term contract employment opportunity for a Legal Assistant in Chicago, Illinois. The individual will be expected to provide support to the attorney members, handle administrative tasks, and ensure smooth office operations within a legal setting. Responsibilities: • Facilitate efficient office operations by managing data, scheduling meetings, and overseeing calendar and deadline management. • Provide essential support to attorney members by assisting with various administrative projects. • Maintain company's record system by building server folders using established naming conventions. • Ensure the accuracy of legal documents by performing proofreading and formatting tasks as necessary. • Contribute to team efficiency by coordinating workflow using established trackers and spreadsheets. • Aid in the assembly of exhibits for pleadings and letters for various projects. • Organize and maintain both digital and hard copy litigation files. • Contribute to the development of various manuals and handbooks on substantive legal issues. • Assist with drafting and processing correspondence to and from the office. • Learn and master the process of uploading documents into the company intranet. • Prepare or update existing PowerPoint presentations as required. • Perform other duties as assigned.

Legal Assistant Please email your resume directly to cosette antonia .bevis @ robert half com for immediate consideration. Our client, a top-tier firm with a thriving commercial litigation practice, is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to join their outstanding team in Chicago. As a Litigation Legal Assistant, you will support multiple attorneys in a dynamic environment, playing a key role in managing all aspects of an active litigation practice. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage e-filing processes for Illinois state and federal courts with accuracy; adapt to Wisconsin filing procedures as needed.</li><li>Assist with all stages of litigation, including drafting, organizing, and filing court documents.</li><li>Monitor and track deadlines, ensuring timely completion of tasks under competing priorities.</li><li>Serve as a problem-solver, using resourcefulness and practical thinking to address challenges effectively.</li><li>Communicate and collaborate actively with attorneys, staff, and other stakeholders.</li></ul>

Litigation Legal Assistant Position Overview:This well-established 10-attorney law firm in Chicago is among the oldest in the city. The firm specializes in litigation before federal and state courts, administrative agencies, and arbitrators and is currently seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Litigation Legal Assistant to join their team. This position will suit an individual who thrives in a team-based environment and excels in managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced legal setting. The role involves supporting attorneys with tasks related to litigation, arbitration, and overall case management to ensure the firm meets its clients' goals efficiently and effectively. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Drafting, Editing, and Proofreading: Prepare, review, and revise legal documents such as pleadings, briefs, large exhibits, trial notebooks, and correspondence to ensure accuracy, clarity, and compliance with court and arbitration requirements.</li><li>Transcription and Dictation: Perform extensive transcription work, including formatting lengthy legal briefs dictated by attorneys in preparation for arbitrations (about three arbitrations per month). Ensure timely document proofing, revisions, and updates to meet critical deadlines.</li><li>Docketing, Scheduling, and Calendaring: Manage court dates, deposition scheduling, and meetings. Maintain detailed calendar tracking to prevent any scheduling conflicts and ensure attorneys are fully prepared for court appearances, depositions, and meetings.</li><li>E-Filing Procedures: Handle electronic filings through various systems, including Federal Courts, State Courts, EEOC, and other administrative agencies, adhering strictly to submission deadlines and technical requirements.</li><li>Arbitration Support: Assist attorneys with pre-arbitration preparation, from transcribing legal briefs to organizing exhibits and trial notebooks in anticipation of hearings. Collaborate in meeting specifications established by arbitrators.</li><li>Team Collaboration: Work alongside attorneys and office staff to balance priorities, build consensus, and maintain the firm’s commitment to teamwork, while navigating varying personalities and work styles.</li><li>Attention to Detail: Exhibit absolute precision in document drafting, proofreading, scheduling, and overall litigation support to ensure all work is error-free.</li></ul>

Legal Assistant Robert Half's Legal Division is immediately seeking a Legal Assistant with 3-5 years of experience to join a reputable law firm in downtown Chicago. The Legal Assistant will be handling real estate and estate planning matters. Responsibilities:• Efficiently process customer credit applications related to real estate transactions.• Maintain precise records of customer credit related to real estate and estate planning.• Handle customer inquiries regarding real estate transactions and estate planning.• Monitor customer accounts and take necessary actions in relation to real estate transactions.• Conduct heavy typing, proofreading, editing, and formatting of real estate documents such as contracts, amendments, leases, letter of intent, term sheets, and closing instructions.• Coordinate and schedule real estate closings.• Draft real estate and estate planning documents including closing statements, deeds, bill of sale, affidavits, power of attorney, wills, trusts, and probate documents for e-filing.• Coordinate the filing of corporate documents and manage post-closing matters with clients.• Understand tax law to support attorneys in document preparation, organizing files, managing client communication and preparing for tax filings.• Transcribe and type all correspondence, produce letters, court documents, legal forms, and internal administrative forms as needed.• Manage incoming, outgoing, and internal mail of their assignments and maintain orderly filing of correspondence/documents.• Assist attorneys with client billings and manage appropriate communications with clients and detail oriented associates.• Process required forms for the opening of new matters and closing files in accordance with established procedures.• Make required travel arrangements for attorneys and maintain updated detail oriented schedules/calendars.

Commercial Finance Legal Assistant Robert Half Legal is partnering with an international, AM100 law firm that's hiring a Commercial Finance Legal Assistant with at least 5-8+ years of experience to join their Private Credit practice group. This Commercial Finance Legal Assistant will support transactional attorneys that involves multi-tasking complex document production with heavy administrative functions and client contact requiring executive secretarial skills.. This position is paying between $80-95K+ plus bonus and phenomenal benefits. In addition, this firm offers a highly flexible hybrid WFH schedule and they have a phenomenal firm culture. If you are looking to join one of the top law firms in the world, then this is the opportunity for you! Commercial Finance Legal Assistant Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and organize documents and forms requisite to the commercial finance practice area, such as term sheets, credit agreements, business certificates, exhibits, opinion letters, standard form loan documents, etc. </li><li>Assist with duties/tasks associated with commercial finance transactional closings</li><li>Create, edit/proofread, and compile large, complex, heavily formatted documents as well as prepare correspondence, memoranda and other legal documents from draft or dictated text</li><li>Prepare and edit correspondence, memoranda, and emails</li><li>Manage and maintain attorneys’ calendars, make travel arrangements, schedule appointments and meetings, arrange for conference rooms, and schedule conference calls, including domestic and international participants</li><li>Open new client matters and request conflicts of interest checks. Draft engagement letters for each new matter</li><li>Update attorney contacts, and maintain up-to-date listing of client/matter names and numbers for each attorney</li><li>Review and edit invoices, process client billing matters, input attorney's time, and process/submit expense reports for each attorney</li></ul> For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert, VP - Permanent Placement at justin . rambert @ robert half com

Paralegal We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Paralegal in the legal industry, located in Chicago, Illinois. The role involves handling a variety of family law cases in a fast-paced environment and utilizing legal technology efficiently. Responsibilities: • Handling a diverse range of family law cases including divorce, custody, and support disputes • Utilizing legal practice management software and cloud-based platforms for efficient case handling • Demonstrating expertise in e-filing systems for state and local jurisdictions • Communicating effectively with various stakeholders including clients, courts, and other attorneys • Managing high caseloads and maintaining accurate client records • Utilizing strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and adhere to strict deadlines • Executing detailed research techniques to investigate relevant case law • Using analytical skills to evaluate and synthesize information related to cases • Utilizing Microsoft tools and other document automation tools for efficient case management • Managing calendars effectively to ensure all deadlines and appointments are met.

Trust & Estates Legal Assistant Robert Half Legal is partnering with an international, AM100 law firm that's hiring a Trust & Estates Legal Assistant with at least 5-8+ years of experience to join their Private Wealth practice group. This Trust & Estates Legal Assistant is responsible for providing support to attorneys in the administration of all aspects of trusts and estates in probate within established administrative procedures. This position is paying between $85-100K+ plus bonus and phenomenal benefits. In addition, this firm offers a highly flexible hybrid WFH schedule and they have a phenomenal firm culture. If you are looking to join one of the top law firms in the world, then this is the opportunity for you! Trust & Estates Legal Assistant Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare, edit, and organize heavily formatted documentation and forms such as wills, codicils, trust agreements and amendments, powers of attorney, designations, limited partnership agreements, limited liability company agreements, transactional documents, planning proposals, etc.</li><li>Prepare and edit correspondence, memoranda, and emails. Proofread written communications.</li><li>Manage and maintain attorneys’ calendars, make travel arrangements, schedule appointments and meetings, arrange for conference rooms, and schedule conference calls, including domestic and international participants</li><li>Open new client matters and request conflicts of interest checks. Draft engagement letters for each new matter. </li><li>Update attorney contacts, and maintain up-to-date listing of client/matter names and numbers for each attorney</li><li>Review and edit invoices, process client billing matters, input attorney's time, and process/submit reimbursement requests for each attorney</li></ul> For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert, VP - Permanent Placement at justin . rambert @ robert half com

Paralegal We are offering an exciting opportunity in the legal industry based in Chicago, Illinois, United States for a Paralegal to join our team. In this role, you will be expected to coordinate various functions related to trial preparation and provide support to our team of attorneys. Responsibilities: • Assisting with document review and discovery to ensure all relevant information is gathered and analyzed • Preparing responses to interrogatories and requests to produce to facilitate the discovery process • Drafting and serving subpoenas to secure necessary information or testimony for cases • Coordinating the preparation and service of witness disclosures to inform all parties of potential testimonies • Preparing and managing case-specific discovery requests to ensure all necessary information is obtained • Drafting requests under rule 237 and motions in limine to exclude or admit certain evidence • Preparing deposition summaries to capture the key points of witness testimonies • Assisting in the preparation of expert medical disclosures for trial to provide expert opinions on medical issues • Managing the organization of defendant witness disclosures and expert reports for easy access and review • Providing backup for legal assistant phone duties as needed to ensure smooth operation of the office.

Managing Attorney A leading law firm specializing in trucking and commercial vehicle accident litigation is seeking a Managing Attorney to join its team in Chicago, Illinois. This strategic leadership role is ideal for an experienced legal professional who excels in team management, trial oversight, and business strategy development. The Managing Attorney will oversee a team of attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and supporting staff, and will take ownership of the firm's high-profile or complex cases while driving operational and financial success. Responsibilities: <ul><li>Lead and manage a team of attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and other support staff.</li><li>Oversee and manage high-profile or complex trucking and commercial vehicle accident cases to ensure detail-oriented work.</li><li>Provide mentorship, training, and feedback to team members, facilitating growth and conducting performance evaluations.</li><li>Collaborate with senior leadership to develop business goals, operational strategies, and financial targets.</li><li>Monitor the financial health of legal operations, including budgeting, analyzing key performance indicators, and ensuring cost-effectiveness.</li><li>Ensure client matters are handled promptly and address client concerns or escalations professionally.</li><li>Represent the firm in business development initiatives, networking events, and identify emerging market trends and opportunities.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations and maintain adherence to ethical standards of legal practice.</li><li>Develop and implement risk management protocols to minimize the firm’s legal and financial vulnerabilities.</li></ul>

Paralegal We are offering a short term contract employment opportunity for a Paralegal in Chicago, Illinois. This role operates within the legal industry and requires a highly organized individual who can manage various tasks including processing legal requests, maintaining records, and providing administrative support. Responsibilities: • Accurately process and manage legal service requests, including identification of legal practice areas • Draft, revise, and proofread documents, emails, and correspondence • Maintain and manage calendar deadlines and events • Organize case files and manage logistics • Coordinate and plan meetings and events with both internal and external contacts • Handle data entry tasks into spreadsheets, software, and databases • Assist in the creation of PPT presentations, webinars, and company intranet page content • Set up server folders and documents for lawyers' attention • Monitor deadlines and manage legal services requests • Handle special projects as assigned • Improve internal policies and processes relating to contract lifecycle management and other standard operating procedures.

Insurance Billing Specialist The salary range for this position is $60,000-$65,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘Busy season is here!’ and ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Ability to prioritize, multitask, manage a high volume of bills per month and meet deadlines.</li><li>Experience with various e-billing vendors (e.g., CounselLink, Bottomline Legal eXchange, Tymetrix, Collaborati, Legal Solutions Suite, Legal Tracker, etc.) and LEDES file knowledge required to perform duties and responsibilities, including but not limited to preparing and submitting bills, budgets, and timekeeper rates according to client requirements.</li><li>Management of timekeepers and coordinate/process appeals as required.</li><li>Ability to execute complex bills in a timely manner (i.e., multiple discounts by matter, split billing, preparation, submission and troubleshooting of electronic bills).</li><li>Monitor outstanding Work in Process (WIP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) balances. Collaborate with billing attorneys to ensure WIP is billed on a timely basis and AR balances are collected withina reasonable period. Follow up with billing attorney and client on all aged AR balances.</li><li>Follow up on collections as directed by either Attorneys or Accounting leadership in support of meeting firm’s financial goals.</li><li>Review and edit prebills in response to attorney requests.</li><li>Proactively monitor potential errors that may result in the rejection of e-bills.</li><li>Research and analyze deductions and provide best course of action for balances.</li><li>Process write-offs following Firm policy.</li><li>Ability to effectively interact and communicate with attorneys, legal administrative assistants, staff, and clients.</li><li>Assist with month-end close as needed.</li><li>Proactively monitor potential errors that may result in the rejection of e-bills.</li><li>Assume additional duties as needed or assigned</li></ul>

Patent Prosecution Paralegal Robert Half Legal is partnering with a top-rated large, national law firm that's hiring a Patent Prosecution Paralegal with at least 5+ years of experience to join their team. This Patent Prosecution Paralegal will assist lawyers by working on all aspects of patent prosecution and preparation. Salary is between $90-110K plus bonus and full benefits. In addition, the firm offers a hybrid WFH schedule (3/2). If you are looking to join a large, national law firm, then this is the opportunity for you! Patent Prosecution Paralegal Responsibilities:<ul><li>Coordinating and filing of global patent portfolios (including U.S. Non-Provisional and Provisional Applications; Track 1 Application; continuing application; Design Applications; U.S. National Stage Filings; PCT Filings; PCT Nationalization Filings; Convention Filings, as well as coordinate foreign filing responsibility).</li><li>Preparing documents including, but not limited to Notice to File Missing Parts, Foreign Signature Documents, U.S. Formal Documents, responses to Office Actions, Issue Fee Transmittals, and IDSs.</li><li>Preparing, maintaining and updating reports for clients regarding status of applications and patents, including reporting receipts for applications, publication notices, etc. </li><li>Perform research and compile data as requested, such due diligence reports.</li><li>Tracking due dates via matter management and docketing systems.</li><li>Communicating with USPTO, attorneys, paralegals, liaisons, foreign associates, staff and clients regarding prosecution matters.</li></ul> For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert, VP - Permanent Placement at justin . rambert @ robert half com

Claims Paralegal/Account Manager Robert Half Legal is partnering with an insurance company located in downtown Chicago who is seeking to hire a Claims Paralegal/Account Manager with at least 5+ years of experience to join their in-house team. This specialty insurance company handles complex environmental, asbestos, and other latent type insurance claims. In this position, you will be responsible for coordinating activities involving these claims, including resolution of coverage issues and establishment of adequate reserves. See further responsibilities below. Salary for the role is paying between $85-100K plus a 5% bonus and full benefits including generous PTO while working on a 40-hour work week. This position will start working fully in-office and begin transitioning to a hybrid schedule after 6-months. Claims Paralegal/Account Manager Responsibilities:<ul><li>Analyzing, investigating, and evaluating new loss notices and claim tenders</li><li>Collaborating with policy search teams to find copies of alleged coverage where appropriate</li><li>Analyzing and positioning claim under applicable primary, umbrella, and excess coverage swiftly</li><li>Coordinating the retention of defense counsel with internal/external stakeholders</li><li>Establishing defense strategy with insured, defense counsel, and/or other participating insurance carriers</li><li>Managing the case resolution process and actively participating in mediations as needed</li><li>Working with the reinsurance department to provide notice of new accounts, updates on existing accounts, and responding to specific reinsurer inquiries</li><li>Collaborating with in-house Legal/management to manage declaratory judgment actions, including formation and implementation of resolution strategy, settlement valuation, and obtaining settlement authority</li><li>Coordinating timely processing of payments including verifying proper allocation of such payments across appropriate policies</li><li>Managing ALAE through strategic handling and bill review/payment processing in coordination with the billing unit.</li></ul> For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert, VP - Permanent Placement at justin . rambert @ robert half com

Paralegal Robert Half is searching for a full-time Litigation Paralegal in Chicago, Illinois. Your role will be pivotal in the organization of files, drafting and execution of legal documents, and maintaining constant communication with clients. This is a hybrid position of 3 days in office and 2 remote days each week. Responsibilities: <ul><li>Organize files in a systematic manner for easy access and retrieval.</li><li>Draft pleadings, disclosures, interrogatories, discovery requests, and motions, ensuring all documents are accurate and complete.</li><li>Assist in the preparation for trials and document execution, providing vital support to the legal team.</li><li>Maintain regular communication with clients, providing updates and addressing any issues or concerns.</li><li>Perform various legal support tasks, contributing to the smooth functioning of the legal department.</li><li>Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence through electronic and paper mail, ensuring all communications are responded to in a timely manner.</li><li>Initiate and track the status of medical records requests, ensuring all requests are fulfilled as required.</li><li>Review and organize large volumes of records for litigation, ensuring all information is accurate and up to date.</li><li>Ensure all medical documents are in order and updated as needed, maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and efficiency.</li><li>Utilize various software including Adobe Acrobat, Case Management Software, LexisNexis, Management System, and Microsoft Excel to complete tasks and manage records effectively.</li></ul>

Paralegal We are seeking a Paralegal to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This role will focus on managing a full case load from intake to litigation, supporting our birth injury practice group. You will handle multiple priorities in a dynamic environment and serve as the key point of contact for clients and vendors. This role offers a short term contract employment opportunity. Responsibilities: • Engage in legal research using tools such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, and various search engines • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and vendors, professionally communicating over the phone and in person • Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence for assigned cases through electronic and paper mail • File court documents using state and federal court platforms • Maintain and manage case calendars • Process requests for medical and collateral source records • Organize client documents and coordinate document productions • Prepare for deposition proceedings, including retention of court reporters, witness file preparation, and transcript digestion • Prepare and schedule expert phone conferences and evaluations • Assemble and collate medical record binders, exhibits, and legal documents • Attend case strategy meetings • Transcribe deposition consultations with experts • Proofread and cite-check legal documents to ensure compliance with local and federal court rules • Prepare summons and complaints, answers to interrogatories, fact sheets, exhibit lists, subpoenas, deposition summaries, and supporting court filing materials.

Real Estate Paralegal About the Firm: This growing law firm in Palos Heights specializes in real estate, corporate, and finance law. With a dedicated team and a client-driven approach, the firm focuses on delivering exceptional service and legal expertise. They are currently seeking a highly skilled Real Estate & Finance Paralegal to join their dynamic team. Job Summary: The Real Estate & Finance Paralegal will play a key role in supporting the firm’s attorneys in commercial real estate and finance matters. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3+ years of relevant experience, with proficiency in reviewing loan documentation, managing Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) filings, and a strong understanding of corporate structuring. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assist with all aspects of commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, due diligence, and financing matters.</li><li>Review and analyze loan documents to ensure compliance and accuracy.</li><li>Prepare, file, and manage UCC financing statements and related documentation.</li><li>Support attorneys in corporate structuring, entity formation, and governance matters.</li><li>Conduct title, survey, and zoning reviews as part of commercial real estate transactions.</li><li>Track key deadlines and ensure that all documentation is filed in a timely and accurate manner.</li><li>Collaborate with lenders, borrowers, and third-party vendors to coordinate the closing of transactions.</li><li>Maintain organized files and provide support for post-closing tasks, such as recordings and title policy requests.</li><li>Research legal and regulatory requirements related to real estate and finance matters.</li></ul>

Trademark Paralegal Robert Half Legal is partnering with a top-rated large, national law firm that's hiring a Trademark Paralegal with at least 3-5+ years of experience to join their team. This Trademark Paralegal will assist lawyers by working on all aspects of trademark prosecution and preparation, and copyright matters. Salary is between $90-110K plus bonus and full benefits. In addition, the firm offers a hybrid WFH schedule (3/2). If you are looking to join a large, national law firm, then this is the opportunity for you! Trademark Paralegal Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage domestic and foreign prosecution for a large portfolio including recordation of assignments, renewals, offices’ actions, and new filings.</li><li>Prepare US federal and state trademark registration application documents; draft trademark goods/services specifications.</li><li>Prepare, review, and oversee trademark filings to the USPTO through issuance of trademark</li><li>Prepare inquiries to and responses from the USPTO</li><li>Assist with trademark analysis including ability to review, investigate results and summarize trademark full searches.</li><li>Draft letters to clients regarding trademark information.</li><li>Utilize on-line trademark database and conduct trademark clearance searches.</li><li>Perform due diligence ownership searches on trademarks, copyrights and domain names to assist corporate department with M& As, security agreements, etc.</li></ul>

Estate Planning Paralegal Robert Half Legal is partnering with a mid-sized law firm located in downtown Chicago that's seeking an Estate Planning Paralegal with at least 3-5+ years of experience to join their team. This Estate Planning Paralegal will be supporting attorneys handling estate planning, estate administration, and business succession planning for moderate to high net-worth clients. Experience with gift and estate tax filings is preferred. This position is paying between $75-90K plus bonus and the firm operates on a hybrid WFH schedule (2x WFH per week). Responsibilities of the position are below. Estate Planning Paralegal Responsibilities:<ul><li>Draft and review estate planning documents: Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney (Health Care and Property), Living Will, Insurance Trusts, Grantor Retained Annuity Trusts, etc.</li><li>Draft flowcharts of client’s estate plan</li><li>Draft affidavits, statements, distribution and asset schedules and spreadsheets</li><li>Obtain and maintain tax identification numbers</li><li>Draft Estate and Gift tax returns</li><li>Maintain trust/estate financial records</li></ul> For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert, VP - Permanent Placement at justin . rambert @ robert half legal com

Paralegal Robert Half is searching for a Paralegal to join a reputable law firm in Chicago, Illinois. This role will be primarily focused on the preparation of legal documents, assisting attorneys in preparation for legal proceedings, and maintaining client case materials. The Paralegal will also interact with opposing counsel, experts, witnesses, and clients, ensuring smooth communication and coordination in our day-to-day operations. Responsibilities: • Assist in the creation and review of legal documents such as pleadings, discovery, and case management orders.• Support attorneys in scheduling and preparing for depositions, mediations, and trials.• Organize and maintain client case materials including medical records, imaging, bills, and other pertinent documents.• Electronically file legal documents in both Illinois State and Federal Courts.• Maintain effective communication with opposing counsel, experts, witnesses, and clients.• Assist in coordinating case schedules and ensuring compliance with deadlines.• Contribute to the preparation of depositions, mediations, and trials, including the hiring of court reporters and videographers.• Provide support during legal proceedings

Settlements Paralegal Robert Half Legal is partnering with a boutique IP law firm that's seeking a Settlements Paralegal with 1-3 years of experience to join their team. Candidates must have experience with litigation, preferably handling settlements. This is an exciting opportunity to join an IP law firm and handle litigation and settlements related to IP matters. This position is paying between $50-55K plus bonus, full benefits, and the firm offers a highly flexible hybrid WFH schedule (3 days/week WFH). Settlements Paralegal Responsibilities:<ul><li>Tracking lawsuit settlement information in Excel.</li><li>Preparing settlement agreements and correspondence.</li><li>Preparing and filing dismissals in Federal Court ECF.</li><li>Processing and tracking settlement financial information in Excel.</li><li>Taking pictures of infringing products.</li><li>Proof reading documents and letters</li></ul> For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert, VP - Permanent Placement at justin . rambert @ robert half com

Litigation Paralegal - Medical Malpractice Robert Half Legal is partnering with a reputable mid-sized law firm that's seeking a Litigation Paralegal with at least 3-5+ years of experience handling medical malpractice or insurance defense litigation to join their team. The Litigation Paralegal is responsible for assisting with managing all aspects of large-scale complex litigation reporting directly to partners. This Litigation Paralegal will assist medical malpractice and insurance defense attorneys with a yearly billable hour target of 1400 hours. The salary on this position is paying between $80-100K plus bonus and full benefits. Candidates will be required to work in-office 4 days per week with one day per week from home. If you are looking to join a phenomenal law firm, then this is the opportunity for you! Litigation Paralegal Responsibilities:<ul><li>Responsible for organizing and managing electronic and hard copy document collections</li><li>Manages document production processes</li><li>Assists with the collection of material from client, opposing parties, and third parties (hard copies, electronic data, physical evidence)</li><li>Manages logistics of production of documents - hard copy, images, native</li><li>Coordinates preparation and filing of briefs and legal documents</li><li>Research local rules of procedure for relevant court venues, and obtain info re same</li><li>Drafts routine filings (e.g., attorney appearances, notices of filings, notices of motions)</li><li>Checks legal cites for proper format, content and standing (Westlaw, Lexis, Blue Book)</li><li>Research and checks fact cites for proper format, content, and accuracy (Blue Book)</li><li>Manages service of process; files with court and serves on parties; coordinates with local counsel</li><li>Manages trial and hearing preparation and support including preparing pretrial documents, managing trial transcripts, and compiling and tracking trial exhibits</li></ul> For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert, VP - Permanent Placement at justin . rambert @ robert half com

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