Legal File Clerk - Detail-Oriented & Efficient

MG+M The Law Firm; Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

MG+M The Law Firm in Edwardsville, IL is seeking a full-time, in-person File Clerk to support our busy litigation practice. The role requires accurate data entry, document management, and strong organizational skills to assist attorneys and staff.

This position offers regular full-time hours in the Edwardsville office with competitive compensation and benefits. A high school diploma is required, and prior law firm experience is a plus, though not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma required; college degree preferred but not required.
• 1-3 years of law firm experience preferred but not required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; document management system experience is a plus.
• Attendance and punctuality: consistently arrive on time and cover duties when absent.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Dependability: follow instructions, complete tasks on time, work independently.
• Teamwork: contribute to a positive team environment and support colleagues.
• Strong PC skills and ability to operate a phone system, copier, scanner, and printer.

Responsibilities

• Scan, index, and digitize microfiche quickly and efficiently.
• Assist legal professionals with microfiche organization and projects.
• Assist with related clerical duties such as data entry, photocopying, filing, and coding.
• File and name documents in accordance with firm procedures with a strong emphasis on accuracy.
• Perform all clerical and administrative duties as assigned to support the office.
• Assist legal administrative assistants and paralegals with file downloads/uploads, scanning and document production.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Data entry

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High school diploma

College degree preferred

Tools

Document management system

Job description

MG+M The Law Firm in Edwardsville, IL is seeking a full-time, in-person File Clerk to support our busy litigation practice. The role requires accurate data entry, document management, and strong organizational skills to assist attorneys and staff.

This position offers regular full-time hours in the Edwardsville office with competitive compensation and benefits. A high school diploma is required, and prior law firm experience is a plus, though not mandatory.