Client-Driven Legal Assistant & Front Desk Coordinator

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a respected Chicago law firm to recruit a Legal Assistant / Front Desk Coordinator. This role blends polished front desk duties with legal administrative support and calendar management.

In this position you will welcome clients, answer calls, prepare documents, file materials, assist with billing and time entries, and help maintain a high level of client service in a fast-paced legal environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of legal assistant, administrative assistant, or office support experience.
• Law firm experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Professional, detail-oriented, and able to multitask effectively.

Responsibilities

• Welcome clients and visitors and manage the reception area.
• Answer and direct incoming calls.
• Maintain attorney calendars and schedule meetings.
• Prepare, edit, and format legal documents and correspondence.
• Manage electronic and physical filing systems.
• Assist with billing, time entry, and administrative projects.
• Support daily office operations and provide exceptional client service.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Professional demeanor

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a respected Chicago law firm to recruit a Legal Assistant / Front Desk Coordinator. This role blends polished front desk duties with legal administrative support and calendar management.

In this position you will welcome clients, answer calls, prepare documents, file materials, assist with billing and time entries, and help maintain a high level of client service in a fast-paced legal environment.