Legal Support Assistant

Wilson Elser; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Generous PTO

Job summary

Wilson Elser in Chicago is seeking a Legal Support Assistant for an on-site, 5‑day work week. This entry‑level role supports attorneys and legal staff, handling matter openings, document workflow, invoicing, and client billing inquiries.

You will work in a fast-paced law firm environment, gain hands-on experience, and grow within the legal profession while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of administrative or clerical experience in an office setting.
• Prior law firm experience is helpful but not required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail with spelling, grammar, and proofreading accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Comfort handling confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with document management or legal software is a plus.
• Willingness to work in person in an office environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with opening and closing client matters.
• Receive, sort, and distribute notices, mail, faxes, and other documents.
• Organize and maintain physical and electronic files in the firm’s document management systems.
• Assist with client invoicing, including submission and verification of billing documentation.
• Support the submission of vendor bills and check requests.
• Research and respond to client billing inquiries.
• Manage information using Excel spreadsheets.
• Provide general administrative support to the office and team.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Attention to detail

Multitasking and prioritization

Microsoft Office proficiency

Confidential information handling

In‑person office work

Excellent spelling and proofreading

Prior law firm experience (helpful)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Document management systems

Job description

At Wilson Elser , we are redefining what it means to work at a national law firm. With more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide, we are recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranked #30 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms.

Our continued success is built on a culture of collaboration, innovation, client service, and mutual respect. We are committed to fostering an environment where employees are empowered to grow their careers, contribute meaningfully, and thrive professionally.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to ourLegal Support Assistantposition in ourChicago Office.

This position is on-site in our Chicago office 5-days per week.

The Position

We are seeking a Legal Support Assistant to join our team and serve as a key support resource within a fast-paced law firm environment. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone eager to gain hands‑on experience and grow within the legal profession.

Key Responsibilities:

In this role, you’ll support attorneys and Legal Administrative Assistants while helping maintain a professional and welcoming office environment. Responsibilities include:

• Assist with opening and closing client matters
• Receive, sort, and distribute electronic notices, U.S. mail, faxes, and other documents
• Help organize and maintain physical and electronic files within the firm’s document management systems
• Assist with client invoicing, including submission and verification of billing documentation
• Support the submission of vendor bills and check requests
• Research and respond to client billing inquiries
• Manage and update information using Excel spreadsheets
• Provide general administrative support to the office and team as needed

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• At least 1 year of administrative or clerical experience in an office setting
• Prior law firm experience is helpful but not required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail with excellent spelling, grammar, and proofreading skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines
• Comfort handling confidential information with discretion
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with document management or legal software is a plus
• Willingness to work in person in an office environment

Wilson Elser offers a competitive salary and benefits package designed to support our attorneys both professionally and personally.

A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. This position is considered full‑time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Salary Range:

$60,000 - $65,000 USD

Why Should You Apply?

• Benefits:Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
• Career Growth:Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Employee Perks:Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits

Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at [e-mail].

Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. It is the Firm's policy that employment will be based on merit, qualifications, and competence. Further, employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicants race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking, past or present service in the uniformed services or application or obligation to serve in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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