File Clerk

Haynes and Boone, LLP•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Haynes and Boone, our people are the driving force behind our success. Because we value the role every individual plays in how we deliver exceptional legal services, we hire people who will contribute to our professional reputation, enhance client relationships and share in our success. Haynes and Boone’s Chicago office offers a formidable intellectual property practice, along with corporate and real estate practitioners. The office is critical to the firm’s strategic growth plans and is built around knowledgeable attorneys who can address the technology and business needs of corporate clients. The Chicago office and its lawyers are recognized in the 2021 U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms" directory for patent litigation (Tier 1), and the 2021 edition of The Best Lawyers in America directory (Woodward/White, Inc.) The office has a small, close-knit team of attorneys and staff who are collaborative and welcoming and dedicated to providing exceptional client service. We are committed to having an inclusive workforce that reflects our communities, and we seek highly motivated lawyers and staff who value our culture of respect and teamwork. Salary Range: The expected salary range for this position is $0.00-$0.00. Please note that the final offer amount may vary based on experience and skillset of the selected candidate. This non-exempt employee is responsible for maintenance of physical case files. The assignments are administrative and clerical in nature and are non-billable.

Requirements

The File Clerk must have a working knowledge of computers, legal software, legal documents, and physical files.
The File Clerk is an entry level position.
The File Clerk must have excellent organizational skills
strong attention to detail
ability to work under pressure
ability to follow instructions
strong typing skills
a willingness to learn software packages support by the Firm.
Must have good verbal communication skills.
High School Diploma or equivalent
Must be able to move around the office up to 40% of the time to file, make copies, fax, etc.
Remains stationary at least 60% of the time.
This position operates computers and other office productivity machines (e.g., fax machine, copier, printer, etc.) on a regular basis.
Often required to move documents or files weighing up to 15 lbs.
Occasionally required to move documents or files weighing up to 30 lbs.
This position requires constant communication and exchange of information with the firm attorneys, clients and staff.
This position must be able to inspect and observe information on a computer screen at least 80% of the time.
Office environment with occasional overtime.