Pre-Suit Legal Secretary - Bilingual Support

Morgan & Morgan, P.A.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan is seeking a qualified Pre-Suit Secretary to support the legal team and manage day-to-day operations in a fast-paced Chicago office. Responsibilities include organizing client files, handling document requests, and assisting with mail and office tasks.

The ideal candidate has 1 year of legal field experience, strong problem-solving and writing skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook. Remote or hybrid work is not eligible.

Qualifications

• Bilingual English and Spanish preferred.
• 1 year of experience in the legal field.
• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and manage workload with minimal supervision.
• Strong writing and communication skills with attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; typing speed of at least 35 wpm.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with organizing, filing, and maintaining client files up to 100+ cases.
• Collect and submit requests for medical records, accident reports, driving records, and vehicle ownership.
• Copy documents and demand packages as requested.
• Print and mail documents and cost checks as requested.
• Perform general office duties such as typing, operating office machines, and sorting mail.
• Create new and existing client folders.
• Prepare and send turndown and representation letters.
• Send out demand letters.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Legal field experience

Administrative procedures knowledge

Multi-tasking

Strong writing

Attention to detail

Typing speed 35 wpm

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Morgan & Morgan is seeking a qualified Pre-Suit Secretary to support the legal team and manage day-to-day operations in a fast-paced Chicago office. Responsibilities include organizing client files, handling document requests, and assisting with mail and office tasks.

The ideal candidate has 1 year of legal field experience, strong problem-solving and writing skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook. Remote or hybrid work is not eligible.