Legal Administrative Assistant Job at Kaplan Law Firm, LLC in Chicago

Job Title: Legal Administrative Assistant – High-Volume Legal Practice

Location: Chicago, IL (In-Office)

Salary Range: $50,000 – $65,000/year (commensurate with experience)

Contact: Rae Kaplan – rkaplan@financialrelief.com

Kaplan Law Firm, a fast-paced legal practice focused on student loan and debt relief, is seeking a skilled Legal  Administrative Assistant to join our growing team. We are looking for someone who is organized, professional, and thrives in a high-volume environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate attorney and client schedules
• Follow up with prospective and existing clients to complete intake or retain services
• Manage billing processes and ensure timely invoicing
• Maintain accurate records and track follow-ups
• Assist with document collection and case file updates
• Liaise with legal and administrative staff to ensure smooth workflow

Requirements:

• At least 2 years of administrative legal assistant experience (law firm or client-focused business strongly preferred)
• Excellent communication and follow-up skills (written and verbal)
• Proven ability to handle a high caseload with accuracy and professionalism
• Experience with billing and payment processing systems
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable learning new legal CRM software

Bonus Skills (Not Required):

• Experience with student loan law, bankruptcy, or consumer finance
• Bilingual (Spanish/English)

To apply, please send your resume and a brief cover note to Rae Kaplan at rkaplan@financialrelief.com.