Legal Assistant

Dream Exchange

Legal Assistant

Chicago, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Position Summary

    We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our Legal Department. This position plays a critical role in supporting the legal team across a broad range of responsibilities, including document management, legal research, calendar coordination, and preparation of legal materials. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical proficiency, excellent writing and communication skills, and a high level of discretion and professionalism.

    This is a full-time role with an expectation of occasional work outside standard business hours.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Manage and maintain legal department calendars, deadlines, and document filing systems
    • Draft, proofread, format, and finalize legal documents with a high level of accuracy
    • Assist with preparation of exhibits and responses to governmental and legal inquiries, including subpoenas
    • Conduct legal research, including review of Secretary of State filings and corporate governance documents
    • Convert and compare documents between PDF and Word formats; track and manage revisions
    • Support the preparation of materials for board meetings and legal submissions
    • Ensure accurate and confidential handling of sensitive information
    • Provide administrative support for internal legal operations and investor documentation

    Qualifications

    Required:

    • Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience as a legal assistant or paralegal, preferably within a corporate or law firm environment with exposure to corporate law
    • Exceptional proficiency in Microsoft Word; working knowledge of Excel (pivot tables a plus)
    • Strong understanding of legal terminology, processes, and document production standards
    • Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
    • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
    • Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality
    • Effective written and verbal communication skills

    Preferred:

    • Associate or Bachelor’s degree; Paralegal certification strongly preferred
    • Experience with LEXIS, Westlaw, or similar legal research platforms
    • Prior involvement in document production processes, including bates stamping and exhibit preparation
    • Experience working with contracts, NDAs, intellectual property, corporate governance, or finance-related legal matters
    • Writing samples demonstrating legal writing ability, if applying for the role
    • Interest in or current enrollment in law school or a paralegal studies program

    Candidate Profile

    • Professional, dependable, and proactive
    • Demonstrated commitment to high-quality work and professional growth
    • Flexible and adaptable to evolving priorities and demands
    • Noteworthy track record of employment stability