Legal Assistant Family Law Program

ASCEND JUSTICE•Berwyn, IL

4d•$20 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Legal Assistant will provide administrative support to attorneys within the Family Law Program. This role involves a variety of tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the legal services provided, including client communication, document management, and case system support. The position is part-time and based in the office, with occasional off-site work and potential for evening and weekend hours. The work environment is accessible, smoke- and drug-free, and requires the use of standard office equipment.

Requirements

Bilingual in Spanish/English required
Proficiency in Office 365 and Google Workspace required
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Organizational skills and attention to detail
Familiarity with various computer software and comfortable with data entry
Must have completed or be willing to complete 40-hour Domestic Violence training
Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds who are in crisis
Knowledge of or experience with working with survivors of gender-based or intimate partner violence
Familiarity with principles of trauma-informed care and willingness to complete additional training
Sensitive listener with the ability to explain complex concepts
Strong self-motivation and ability to manage multiple tasks
Ability to work in a fast-paced legal environment
Sense of humor

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree, Associate’s degree, or some college coursework in a relevant field preferred
Previous legal assistant or intake experience preferred
Individuals with lived experience in Ascend Justice’s areas of work are encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

Assist with providing administrative support to attorneys, including copying, mailing, scanning, scheduling, data entry, file organization, retrieving court documents, and other administrative tasks as assigned.
Communicate with clients to schedule meetings and client document pick-up and drop-off.
Requesting and gathering court, medical, and/or other legal documents.
Help with translation/interpreting directly.
Scheduling interpreters for in-person interpretation, as needed.
Assisting with case management system tasks & data entry (open profiles for return/repeat clients, prep/organize/close physical files, update client cases).
Provide occasional coverage for the office front desk, including helping with incoming mail, as needed.
Actively participate in required staff meetings and training.
Protect the organization by keeping information confidential.
Keep abreast of the field by maintaining networks and participating in professional organizations.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.