About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Legal.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client seeks an entry-level Legal Assistant to join a busy legal team in Chicago, IL. This is a full-time, on-site role supporting attorneys and case teams with document preparation, case maintenance, and compliance-related tasks in a fast-paced legal environment.

• Assist with drafting, formatting, and compiling legal documents and correspondence.
• Enter and update case status and related information in internal case-management systems accurately and promptly.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive client and case information.
• Follow local, state, and federal requirements related to foreclosure, bankruptcy, and collections as directed.
• Support attorneys with administrative and case-related requests, including file organization and calendar management.

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Who You Are (Qualifications)

• Entry-level candidates encouraged — no prior legal assistant experience required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfortable learning case-management software.
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and time-management skills.
• Able to prioritize tasks, adapt to changing priorities, and work effectively in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn legal procedures and compliance requirements relevant to the practice area.

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Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
• Relevant coursework, internships, or administrative experience is a plus.

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Benefits

Confidential Client offers a benefits package that may include:

• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance and supplemental insurance options

Confidential Client provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please let Careertakes know.

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Compensation & Location

• Pay range: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour (Chicago, Illinois).
• This role is full-time and based in Chicago, IL. Employment is with Confidential Client.

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Additional Notes

• This job posting follows applicable US pay-transparency practices for roles in Illinois. The posted pay range is based on information provided by Confidential Client and is disclosed here to support informed applications.
• Careertakes may use automated tools (including AI) to assist with resume screening; final hiring decisions are made by people.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.