Administrative Assistant, State Litigation

Job summary
Legal Administrative Assistant in the State Court Litigation Unit of the Law Department at Chicago Public SchoolsResponsible for performing routine administrative duties for assigned attorneys and leadershipRequires high attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to handle sensitive information
Job seniority: associate level
Responsibilities
• Perform routine administrative duties for assigned attorneys and leadership• Data input and maintaining databases for open and closed files• Schedule depositions, court reporters, and conference rooms• Docket court dates and deadlines• File pleadings, motions, and court documents• Answer phones and direct calls• Perform annual temporary deployment to support schools• Perform other related duties as required
Requirements
• High school diploma required, Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred• Minimum of three (3) years of administrative experience in a legal office or similar setting• Strong verbal and written communication skills• Knowledge of Google Suite applications and Microsoft Office• Knowledge of legal terminology and Illinois State Court procedures preferred• Hard-working team player with high attention to detail• Excellent customer service skills• Ability to work in a high volume, deadline-driven environment• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask
Key Skills Needed
• Strong verbal and written communication skills• Attention to detail• Organizational skills• Customer service skills