Legal Assistant Paralegal

Weinberg & Miceli; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic criminal defense law practice located in the historic Monadnock Building in Chicago. The Legal Administrative Assistant will support case management, legal research, and client communication, ensuring the smooth operation of our growing legal team. This full-time role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Health insurance coverage

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Professional development and growth potential

Qualifications

• 2+ years administrative or legal support experience.
• Fluency in Spanish is essential.
• Experience with legal documentation and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Support complex criminal defense cases through case management.
• Draft legal documents and manage client communications.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw.

Skills

Fluency in Spanish

Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience

Tools

Westlaw

Job description

This range is provided by Weinberg & Miceli. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$50,000.00/yr - $60,000.00/yr

Join a dynamic criminal defense law practice in the heart of downtown Chicago's historic Monadnock building.

WEINBERG & MICELI, an established criminal defense attorney known for smart, aggressive trial advocacy, seeks a skilled Legal Administrative Assistant to join our growing practice. This full-time, on-site position offers competitive compensation, professional growth opportunities, and a collaborative work environment.

Position Overview

Support complex criminal defense cases through comprehensive case management, legal research, and client communication. You'll work directly with experienced attorneys while developing expertise in forensic analysis, trial preparation, and legal documentation.

Schedule:Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Location:On-site at Monadnock Building, Downtown Chicago

Key Responsibilities

Case Management & Trial Support

• Organize complex case files with detailed timelines and exhibits
• Compile trial notebooks and prepare court presentations
• Analyze digital evidence including cell phone records and social media data
• Draft legal documents, discovery requests, subpoenas, and motions

Client Relations & Administration

• Communicate with Spanish-speaking and English-speaking clients
• Manage appointment scheduling and court calendar coordination
• Handle client billing and financial record-keeping
• Provide professional phone and in-person client service

Legal Research & Analysis

• Conduct legal research using Westlaw and other databases
• Prepare case summaries and analyze witness testimony
• Review and summarize court transcripts

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
• 2+ years administrative or legal support experience
• Fluency in Spanish - Essential
• Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to learn and trouble-shoot various form of electronic evidence

Preferred Qualifications:

• Paralegal certification or completed paralegal program
• Experience with Westlaw legal research platform
• Background in criminal defense or litigation support
• Salary:Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications
• Health insurance coverage begins after 6 months
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Professional development and growth potential

Why Join Our Team?

Work in a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment where your contributions directly impact case outcomes. We value initiative, critical thinking, and professional growth, offering opportunities to expand your legal knowledge and advance your career.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

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