Legal Assistant - Corporate

Howard & Howard Attorne; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

AD&D

Short term disability

401(K)

Flexible spending accounts

Transit contributions

Job summary

Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC in Chicago seeks a detail-oriented Legal Assistant with 3+ years of corporate transactions and franchise law experience to join our team. You will support attorneys with complex calendaring, client communications, and drafting confidential documents.

Ideal candidates excel in fast-paced environments, demonstrate professionalism, and bring strong MS 365 skills. On-site role with opportunities to contribute across transaction workflows and client services.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in corporate transactions and franchise law.
• Familiarity with closing processes, entity formation, and governance documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex, high-volume calendaring for attorneys and clients.
• Serve as primary client contact; screen calls and maintain relationships.
• Draft confidential correspondence, reports, and legal documents.
• Create and manage spreadsheets using formulas and pivot tables.
• Handle attorney time entry and billing processes.
• Maintain client files in physical and digital formats (NetDocs).
• Support during corporate closings and franchise transactions.
• Uphold confidentiality of all firm and client matters.
• Assist with front desk duties as needed.
• Perform other administrative tasks as assigned.

Skills

Calendar management

Client relations

Confidentiality

Multi-tasking

Billing awareness

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred in legal studies or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Word

Document management systems

Job description

Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Assistant with a minimum of three years of experience in corporate transactions and franchise law to join our Chicagooffice. This position supports attorneys in managing a dynamic workflow and delivering exceptional administrative services to our business clients. The ideal candidate will excel in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate a high level of professionalism, and possess strong technical and organizational skills.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage complex and high-volume calendaring for attorneys and clients
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients; screen calls and maintain strong client relationships
• Draft and prepare confidential correspondence, reports, and legal documents
• Create and manage spreadsheets using formulas and pivot tables
• Handle attorney time entry and billing processes
• Maintain client files in both physical and digital formats (NetDocs)
• Provide support during corporate closings and franchise transactions
• Uphold confidentiality of all firm and client matters
• Assist with front desk/reception duties on an as-needed basis
• Perform other administrative tasks as assigned

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Specialized Legal Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in corporate transactions
• Familiarity with closing processes, entity formation, and corporate governance documentation

Technical Proficiency:

• Advanced Microsoft 365 skills, especially:

• Excel: formulas, pivot tables
• PowerPoint: creating professional presentations
• Outlook & Word: managing calendars, formatting legal documents

• Experience with document management systems

Administrative & Organizational Skills:

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a deadline-driven environment.
• Experience with billing and time entry systems

Communication & Client Service:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional demeanor with strong interpersonal skills for client interaction.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

Personal Attributes:

• Detail-oriented, proactive, and accountable.
• Collaborative and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Ethical and respectful in all interactions.

Education:

• High school diploma required, Bachelor’s degree preferred— especially in legal studies, business, or a related field.

Why Join Us? At Howard & Howard, we value excellence, integrity, and collaboration. We foster a supportive and professional work environment where employees are encouraged to grow and make meaningful contributions. We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, short term disability, a 401(K) plan; flexible spending accounts and transit contributions. Join a team where your work makes a meaningful impact every day.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• basic life and AD&D
• short term disability
• a 401(K) plan
• flexible spending accounts
• transit contributions

To learn more about our firm, visit: www.howardandhoward.com
Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer!