Case Assistant - Trademark, Copyright, and Media

DLA Piper•Chicago, IL

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Assists the paralegals and/or attorneys by maintaining case files, preparing documents for production, organizing and maintaining case or other files, updating and maintaining databases, preparing closing books, obtaining information for internal and external sources and performing other administrative tasks. This position can sit in our Chicago office and offers a hybrid work schedule.

Requirements

Demonstrated basic level of proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook and database experience.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills required to interact with paralegals, attorneys and clients on a regular basis.
Excellent organizational and attention-to-detail skills necessary to manage volumes of documents, binders, letter, charts, etc.
Must have the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to prioritize multiple assignments to meet deadlines.
1 year of experience with demonstrated success working in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Office experience in a law firm environment supporting paralegals and/or attorneys preferred.

Responsibilities

Organizes document production for attorney review.
Researches public records using public websites.
Gathers cases and exhibits from file for incorporation into briefs.
Assists with preparing a variety of documents, forms, chart, letters, etc.
Prepares binders, prepares closing books, makes copies, enters data and maintains files.
Performs database research and data entry.
Obtains documents and other information from cities, municipalities or public agencies.
Obtains information from accounting, timekeeping and attorneys for audit letter responses.
Assists paralegals and attorneys with mailings and filings.
Other duties as assigned.