Hybrid Legal Case Assistant - Document & Research Support

Dla-Piper; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper in Chicago offers a hybrid work arrangement for a role assisting paralegals and attorneys with case files, production, and documentation preparation. The candidate will organize files, perform data entry, and obtain information from public sources to support daily operations.

Strong Word/Excel/Outlook skills and familiarity with databases are required, as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced legal environment and communicate clearly with clients and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Experience with Word, Excel, Outlook and databases to support paralegals/attorneys.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for client and team interaction.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail in a fast-paced law firm setting.

Responsibilities

• Organizes document production for attorney review.
• Researches public records using public websites.
• Prepares documents, forms, charts, letters, etc.
• Performs database research and data entry.
• Obtains documents from cities, municipalities or public agencies.
• Supports paralegals and attorneys with mailings and filings.
• Drafts reporting emails and maintains E-filing workflows.

Skills

Word

Excel

Outlook

Database experience

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High School or GED

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

iManage

Job description

DLA Piper in Chicago offers a hybrid work arrangement for a role assisting paralegals and attorneys with case files, production, and documentation preparation. The candidate will organize files, perform data entry, and obtain information from public sources to support daily operations.

Strong Word/Excel/Outlook skills and familiarity with databases are required, as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced legal environment and communicate clearly with clients and colleagues.