Legal Practice Assistant

Mayer Brown

. Collaborate directly with attorneys to provide word processing and administrative assistance .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in legal administrative support, including document preparation, calendar management, and client interaction, while maintaining confidentiality and attention to detail. Exhibits strong communication and organizational skills to effectively collaborate within a diverse team environment.

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Legal Administrative SupportMicrosoft Office ProficiencyDocument PreparationStrong Communication SkillsAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Document FormattingProofreadingCalendar ManagementExpense ReportingTyping Skills

Soft Skills

Customer Service SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsTeam CollaborationInitiative

Industry Keywords

Legal EnvironmentConfidentialityProfessional ServicesClient InteractionConflict Checks

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate directly with attorneys to provide word processing and administrative assistance
Support other attorney team members as needed to ensure a balanced workload among the secretarial team
Create, format, revise, and proofread correspondence, client bills, and documents for accuracy and grammar
Provide phone support and interact with internal and external clients
Manage calendars, schedule and coordinate meetings and conferences, including facilities, catering, invitations, agendas, and details
Organize and maintain legal correspondence and document files according to Firm processes and systems
Coordinate conflict checks and opening of new matters
Execute complex and confidential tasks, including maintaining client contacts, arranging travel, compiling documents, assisting with new business presentations, entering attorney time, preparing expense reports, and reconciling corporate credit card accounts
Handle and/or coordinate photocopying and scanning
Pursue continuing education opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge
Perform other tasks as assigned or required to meet the Firm’s goals and objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

College degree required; equivalent combination of education and/or directly related experience may be considered in lieu of the degree
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a legal or professional services environment required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
Accurate typing, grammar and spelling skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a diverse team environment and support demanding Firm needs
Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines with shifting priorities and collaborate with others
Self-starter with a high level of initiative
Strong customer service skills and ability to anticipate needs
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to handle multiple projects and responsibilities
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
May require occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
AD&D insurance
401(k) savings plan
Back-up childcare and eldercare
Generous paid time off (PTO)
Professional development and growth opportunities
Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities and disabled veterans