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Consilio LLC

Executive Legal Assistant

Consilio LLC, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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$90,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr Hybrid- 3:2 after the first 90 days Consilio's ELS Direct Hire division is seeking a litigation legal executive assistant on behalf of an AMLAW firm in Chicago. This position supports multiple litigation attorneys and proactively manages the day-to-day operations of the attorneys client base. Completes and carries out major assignments and a broad variety of tasks in support of the partner's practice. Exercises judgment and delegates administrative tasks and document work as appropriate to other Legal Support Services team members Performs work that substantively and positively impacts the success of the partner's financial viability with client matters. Plans, coordinates, and ensures attorney Outlook calendars are maintained; identifies and resolves scheduling conflicts; coordinates complex travel itineraries. Works closely and proactively with attorneys to keep them well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, preparing materials in advance, and following up appropriately. Successfully completes critical aspects of deliverables with a proactive, hands-on approach, including drafting letters or other correspondence, preparing reports, and other tasks that facilitate partner's ability to effectively build the practice. Handles extensive direct interaction with clients and outside business contacts. Prepares agendas, reports, and presentations; composes correspondence that is sometimes confidential. Develops and maintains professional relationships and ensures teams work together efficiently and effectively, providing clear direction and constructive feedback on projects and assignments. Coordinates department or practice group meetings. Takes lead in preparing logistics and engaging appropriate parties to ensure a successful meeting. Participates in practice group and client team meetings, as appropriate. Prepares meeting agendas, reviews meeting materials for accuracy and completeness and distributes to meeting attendees. Maintains paper and electronic filing systems, helping to ensure compliance with Information Governance policies and procedures. Oversees billing matters (prebilling tasks including all approval forms and collaboration correspondence, international billing, liaise with biller regarding questions/issues, liaise with collections team); monitors client budgets for reporting purposes. Performs a specific skill set within the litigation practice area, such as preparing legal documents, managing case files, scheduling court dates, and communicating with clients. High School Diploma or GED Preferred Education Bachelor’s Degree Minimum Years of Experience 5 years of professional executive administrative experience supporting partners and/or executives. Litigation Practice Experience. Seniority level

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Full-time Job function

Administrative and Legal Industries

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