Legal Administrative Assistant
Firm Description:
Our client is one of the world’s largest law firms, with over 4,000 attorneys across more than 40 countries. Known for its expansive global reach and full-service capabilities, the firm advises leading corporations, financial institutions, and governments on complex legal and business matters. Core practice areas include corporate and finance, litigation, intellectual property, real estate, tax, and regulatory affairs. The firm is recognized for its innovative approach, collaborative culture, and commitment to sustainability, diversity, and pro bono service.
Position Description:
A top global law firm is seeking an experienced and polished Legal Administrative Assistant to join its Chicago office. This opportunity is best suited for candidates with prior large law firm experience supporting attorneys within a fast-paced, deadline-driven legal environment.
The firm is known for its sophisticated client base, collaborative culture, and strong internal infrastructure. This position offers the opportunity to support high-performing attorneys handling complex legal matters while working within one of the most recognized law firm platforms in the world.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
• Top global law firm with offices across 40+ countries
• Highly respected Am Law and Vault-ranked platform
• Sophisticated legal work and exposure to high-performing attorneys
• Strong long-term growth potential and internal support structure
• Overtime eligible position with strong earning potential
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits
• Collaborative and team-oriented culture
• Hybrid flexibility following onboarding and training period
Schedule & Compensation
• Chicago-based position
• First approximately 60 days fully onsite for training and integration with the team
• Hybrid 3/2 schedule following successful ramp-up period
• $37.50 to $48.75 per hour
• Approximate annualized base compensation of $78,000 to $101,000+, plus overtime potential
Responsibilities
• Provide high-level administrative and legal support to multiple attorneys and legal teams
• Draft, edit, proofread, and format legal documents and correspondence
• Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, workflow tracking, and administrative priorities
• Coordinate billing matters, expense reimbursements, and related administrative processes
• Assist with records management, matter organization, and document management workflows
• Collaborate with legal support teams and attorneys within a fast-paced environment
• Handle confidential matters with professionalism, discretion, and strong attention to detail
Qualifications
• Minimum of 2 years of experience supporting attorneys within a large law firm environment required
• Prior Legal Administrative Assistant, Legal Secretary, or sophisticated legal support experience required
• Experience supporting multiple attorneys simultaneously within a fast-paced legal setting required
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Experience with legal document management systems and legal technology platforms preferred
• Experience with platforms such as iManage, Aderant, or comparable legal software strongly preferred
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Professional communication skills and polished demeanor required
• Comfortable working collaboratively within a team-oriented law firm environment
• This is not an entry-level legal support opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal administrative professional seeking a long-term role with a globally recognized law firm offering sophisticated work, strong compensation, and long-term career stability.
Meet Your Recruiter
Ana A. Bird
Director of Recruiting
