Job Description

Successful law firm seeks a part time Law Clerk for our downtown Chicago headquarters. Candidate must be detail-oriented, highly motivated, organized professional capable of functioning in a fast-paced, challenging legal environment.

This opportunity is for a current law student.

Schedule:

Monday-Friday: Flexible on days/shift 18-20 hours per week

Position Summary:

This Law Clerk position is responsible for following a filing system and organizing records, such as letters, legal documents, case files, correspondence, invoices, and memoranda according to that system. They locate and retrieve requested files, as well as prepare legal document indices, file folders and labels. They may be responsible for legal research, writing assignments, and keeping files up to date. In addition to filing, clerks may perform other clerical duties, such as handling mail, faxing, using a copy machine, maintaining a calendar, and managing office equipment. In addition to clerical duties, law clerks may also act as couriers to make deliveries and pickups within the downtown Chicagoland area. A potential candidate should be able to lift 50 lbs.

Qualifications

Education, Skills, and Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree and currently in Law School
• 0-2 years of experience supporting a legal office or working in the legal industry.
• Working knowledge or ability to learn court rules and procedures.
• Microsoft Word and Outlook experience required; Excel and PowerPoint experience preferred.
• Outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and administrative skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to multi-task.
• Excellent communication and proofreading skills.
• Must be self-motivated and able to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Firm and client confidentiality required.

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