Legal Administrative Assistant

Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the country's premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers throughout the United States. Akerman is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to support attorneys across Litigation, Commercial Real Estate, and Labor & Employment practices in our Chicago office. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in complex civil litigation and transactional matters and will thrive in a fastapaced, deadlineadriven environment. Qualifications : Minimum of 5 years of complex litigation experience, including familiarity with Illinois and federal rules of civil procedure; Experience supporting Labor & Employment attorneys, including preparation of pleadings, correspondence, and administrative filings; Some transactional experience, primarily in the areas of commercial real estate and labor & employment matters; Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word (Excel and PowerPoint preferred); Experience with electronic filing in state and federal courts and legal calendaring systems; Excellent typing, proofreading, document comparison, TOC/TOA preparation, and organizational skills; Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with attorneys, clients, and staff; Meticulous attention to detail, discretion, and confidentiality; and Ability to work independently, manage a heavy caseload, and multitask in a fastapaced environment Responsibilities : Preparing, formatting, proofreading, and filing litigation and labor & employment documents; Maintaining case files and managing deadlines for a heavy litigation caseload; Assisting with commercial real estate transactions, including closing documents and correspondence; Drafting correspondence, electronic form letters, and other legal documents; Coordinating calendars, tracking deadlines, and supporting attorneys across multiple practice areas; and Other administrative and legal support duties as assigned. We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. Job Type : Full-Time; Monday - Friday (Hybrid) (ability to work extended hours when necessary) Salary Range : $75,000 - $100,000 (Actual salary is based on experience and job qualifications.) Bonus : Discretionary holiday bonus Benefits : Paid Time Off, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401k Profit Sharing Plan, and Transportation Program Please submit your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements. EOE #LI-PT1