Legal Support Assistant

Alston & Bird•Chicago, IL

1d•$52,000 - $75,000

About The Position

As a Legal Support Assistant, you will be a critical part of Alston & Bird’s world class professional service staff. You will be part of a team that delivers a high level of customer service, known as Alston & Bird's TOP ECHELON service, supporting our internal and external clients. The Chicago office of Alston & Bird is accepting applications for the position of Legal Support Assistant. Candidates who apply should have a strong interest in the administrative area of a law firm and be eager to develop and apply the highest standards of excellence to all assigned duties. Legal Support Assistant positions have historically provided excellent opportunities for future growth within the practice area and firm. Knowledge of and experience with general office software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is preferred. A working knowledge of general office procedures and filing techniques, along with the capability to concentrate on details and prioritize work is essential. Ideal candidates should have the ability to work independently, communicate effectively, efficiently handle a shifting workload, and analyze complex situations. Strong candidates will offer flexibility to extend their working hours occasionally when required by business need. This includes performing a variety of administrative duties including project work; database entry; file maintenance; file organization; file indexing; file closing; preparation of file labels and folders; document production; binder organization; and assisting with copying.

Requirements

Previous experience in a professional work environment
General knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook is highly desirable

Nice To Haves

A four-year college degree is preferred
Knowledge of and experience with general office software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is preferred.
A working knowledge of general office procedures and filing techniques, along with the capability to concentrate on details and prioritize work is essential.
Ideal candidates should have the ability to work independently, communicate effectively, efficiently handle a shifting workload, and analyze complex situations.
Strong candidates will offer flexibility to extend their working hours occasionally when required by business need.