Legal Jobs in Moline, Illinois

Job Title: Senior IP Attorney Company: John Deere Location: Moline, IL Description: John Deere combines innovation and technology to produce exceptional equipment and services that delight our customers. We are a world leader in providing advanced products and services for agriculture, forestry, construction, lawn and turf care, landscaping and irrigation. John Deere also provides financial services worldwide and manufactures and markets engines used in heavy equipment. An emphasis on work-life balance and a values-based culture that encourages professional development and community involvement make John Deere a great place to work.Our Global Law Services organization provides key legal resources for the JohnDeere enterprise, charged with the task of providing representation for the company regarding various products and services in our domestic and global markets. These legal counsel opportunities can range from Human Resources/Compliance, Patent, Trademark and Corporate Securities to Product Liability. No matter what the topic, our legal team ensures the JohnDeere team continues to operate with integrity.What Youll DoAs a member of the Global Law Services team, you will provide research, legal and/or Intellectual Property counsel, recommendations, and alternatives for the more significant legal questions and issues specifically relating to software and other relevant technologies. In addition, you will:Draft, negotiate, and/or file legal briefs and documents including patent applications, opinions, contracts, notices, agreements, registrations, and licenses.Represent the company in negotiating business transactions with third parties and their counsel to reach agreement on business transactions.Manage litigation and commercial matters to ensure the Companys legal rights are pursued and achieved.Work closely with senior management to evaluate the legal impact of major decisions.Stay current on emerging trends in the law through continuing legal education, reading, professional conferences, and participating in professional associations.

Job Title: Paralegal / Legal Assistant Company: Confidential Location: Davenport, IA Description: Davenport-based general practice law firm is seeking a full-time legal assistant with 5 years experience. Candidate must have strong computer skills, be very organized, have strong attention to detail, the ability to multi-task, work well with a variety of people and work well under pressure. Prefer experience in bankruptcy, family law, real estate, and civil litigation. Competitive salary, based on experience. Please e-mail cover letter and resumes as a PDF or Word Attachment to: Register to View

Job Title: Legal Secretary Company: OfficeTeam Location: Davenport, IA Description: Legal Talent - we want to speak with you! OfficeTeam has an immediate opening for a Legal Administrative Assistant with litigation experience. This person will be working with a high volume litigation attorney. This is an exciting opportunity to create a solid organizational structure within a fast-growing firm with competitive compensation and benefits! As a Legal Administrative Assistant, you will field phone calls, create correspondence, filing, faxing, calendar management, prepare case files, transcribe, and perform daily administrative support.

Job Title: Legal Secretary Company: Confidential Location: Galesburg, IL Description: Legal Secretary Wanted Law firm is seeking a full-time legal assistant, experience a must. Candidate must have strong computer skills (Microsoft Outlook/Excel & Word Perfect), be very organized, have strong attention to detail and the ability to multi-task. Salary based on experience. Send resume and letter of interest to c/o Register Mail Box # 1148 140 S. Prairie St. Galesburg, IL 61401

Job Title: Receptionist - Law Office Company: Location: Peoria, IL Description: Full-Time Receptionist ? HIRING TODAY! What?s in it For YOU to Work at Harry M. Williams & Associates: (www. legalbeat.com) - We are one of the top auto accident injury and bankruptcy law firms in Central Illinois with over 27-years in business - Our office provides an extremely high quality of legal services which is one of the reasons our competitors look to our systems for new ideas and approaches - We offer a pleasant work environment and a wealth of information for educating, training, and mentoring with the opportunity to advance your skills and career - Management cares that staff has the resources to accomplish the job correctly and is very open to employee suggestions - We are in the field of helping others in several different ways - since each case is different, the work is not mundane Salary & Compensation for Full-time: Depending on experience (raise eligibility after 12 months) $8.00 to $12.00/hr. Benefits: Simple pension plan, Contribution toward health insurance, Paid holidays & vacation, Paid parking Salary for Part-time: Depending on experience (raise eligibility after 12 months) $8.00 to $12.00/hr. Goals & Objectives of the Position: 1. Answering, routing, and/or responding to all calls coming in to the firm ? 8 Lines 2. Greeting clients and other individuals who come into the office 3. Opening all new case files in the client database and physical files and updating client/case information as necessary and assisting with overflow of client casework and dictation 4. Following a system to know the whereabouts of all employees 5. Being dependable and hard-working while conducting yourself in a courteous & professional manner Employment Requirements: Prior work experience: Professional office experience (preferred) Educational degrees: High School Diploma (preferred) Skills: Accurate typing and data entry, word processing experience, excellent verbal communication Essential Abilities, Behaviors & Motivators: - Multi-tasking ability - Communicate effectively - Have a positive attitude - Remain organized - Enjoy helping people who are in need - Be a team player Working Conditions: Full-time Hours: 8:15 am - 5:00 pm (Monday ? Friday) Part-time Hours: Flexible (TBD) Office Location: Downtown Peoria, IL How to Apply: If you can accomplish all of the goals above and fit the requirements of this position, submit a detailed letter, explaining why you would be a good fit for this position, along with your current resume.

Job Title: PARALEGAL/LEGAL SECRETARY/ATTORNEY Company: The Murphy Law Group, P.C. Location: Peoria, IL Description: LEGAL HELP WANTED PARALEGAL/LEGAL SECRETARY/ATTORNEY The Murphy Law Group is expanding again. We will be expanding at both our Peoria office and be opening a new Pekin office over the next few months. We need an experienced paralegal, legal secretary or attorney for the expansion. This is a full time position that will work out of both offices.We are looking for someone who has great computer skills, preferably knows Word, Excel and Outlook, is computer proficient, works well under pressure, and is an independent thinker. Family law experience would be preferred since we are a specialty law firm specializing in family law, custody and divorce.Pay is commensurate with experience. Legal education or experience is required. This is not an entry level position ideally. Experience is preferred.Salary is commensurate with skill level, education, and experience. Vacation time, retirement and health care benefits, and other benefits are provided and available.To apply, send an e-mail to Attorney G. Edward Murphy. Also send us a cover letter with your resume as part of that email. No telephone call ins will be considered.

Job Title: Paralegal/Legal Assistant Company: Benckendorf & Benckendorf, P.C. Law Firm Location: Peoria, IL Description: Immediate Opening Paralegal/Legal Assistant Paralegal/Legal Assistant Smaller mid-size firm is seeking a friendly, professional individual for a full-time paralegal/legal assistant position. The primary responsibilities of the position shall include preparation of correspondence and documents for attorneys for matters in a variety of legal fields, including litigation, real estate, estate planning, estate administration and corporate work. The position requires experience with legal research. The employee will have contact with clients, attorneys, realtors, banks and other third parties. Previous office experience and good computer skills are essential. Digital dictation equipment is used. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite 2007 is recommended. Experience with email and the internet are also needed. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must.The position offers a pleasant working environment, paid vacation and holidays, health insurance and other benefits. The hours of operation are 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., with a one-hour lunch, Monday through Friday. The position will require applicant to work in both Peoria and Morton offices. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and rsum to the attention of Mary Pillow, Benckendorf & Benckendorf, P.C., 101 N.E. Randolph Avenue, Peoria, Illinois 61606; by U.S. Mail, or by email at Register to View No phone calls or walk-ins please.

Job Title: Legal Assistant Company: Location: Cedar Rapids, IA Description: Legal Assistant/Office Administrator Growing Coralville law office has an opening for full-time Legal Assistant/Office Administrator. Successful candidate will work primarily in the areas of real estate, probate, taxes, business and estate planning laws and will handle most of the office administration. Attention to detail, organization, ability to work independently, and ability to work well with clients are key components for hiring. Salary commensurate with experience.Please send resume to: 1150 5th Street, Suite 280Coralville, Iowa 52241

Job Title: Legal Assistant Company: Rush And Nicholson PLC Location: Cedar Rapids, IA Description: Legal Assistant Legal AssistantBusy personal and work injury firm has immediate opening for an experienced legal assistant with solid writing and organizational skills. Competitive salary offered to qualified candidate. Send resume to:Office ManagerRush and Nicholson PLCPO Box 637Cedar Rapids, IA 52403-0637 Category: Legal Support Workers

Job Title: Legal Secretary Company: OfficeTeam Location: Cedar Rapids, IA Description: Classification: TemporaryCompensation: Pay up to $14.0 per hourOur Reputable Legal Client is looking for a Litigation Legal Secretary to help with projects in their expanding office. You will be responsible for organizing and maintaining client files, so you must have previous experience dealing with pleadings, discovery, and briefs. This position could also include: calendaring, transcription, answering a multi line phone, and greeting incoming clients. Past litigation experience is required.OfficeTeam is the world's leader in specialized administrative staffing, offering job opportunities ranging from executive and administrative assistants to customer service representatives, receptionists and general office support. We are faster at finding our administrative professionals great job opportunities because our staffing managers connect with nearly 90,000 hiring managers in North America every single week. Additionally, our relationships with top companies in more than 300 locations worldwide ensure you enjoy competitive training, benefits and compensation packages. Don't just take our word for it. In 2010 FORTUNER magazine again ranked us #1 in our industry on the list of 'World's Most Admired Companies' (FORTUNE, March 22, 2010). Nine out of 10 of our clients and candidates would recommend our service to a colleague. Apply now or contact your local OfficeTeam branch at Register to View or visit to find out more about this job and other job opportunities. OfficeTeam is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Required Skills: Basic Office Skills, Files, Switchboard Phones up to 10 Lines, Scheduling Apt / Calendar Management, Data Entry Alphanumeric, Basic Microsoft Excel, Intermediate Microsoft Word, Advanced Microsoft Outlook