Description Robert Half is looking for a full-time Legal Assistant to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to attorneys, ensuring smooth operations and effective communication. This role requires excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare and type correspondence, legal forms, court documents, and internal administrative forms as needed. • Coordinate and schedule depositions, maintaining well-organized calendars for assigned attorneys. • Manage incoming, outgoing, and internal mail, ensuring timely distribution within the office. • Organize and file correspondence and legal documents using iManage for all assigned matters. • Support attorneys with client billing and disbursement charge records, following established procedures. • Communicate effectively with clients and associates on behalf of attorneys. • Process required documentation for opening and closing legal matters in compliance with firm protocols. • Provide overflow assistance to other practice groups when necessary. • Arrange travel accommodations for attorneys, including flights, hotels, and transportation. • Perform general administrative and reception duties as assigned. Requirements • Minimum of 2 years of experience in a legal assistant or administrative role. • Proficiency in e-Filing and managing court filings. • Demonstrated ability to manage detailed schedules and calendars. • Excellent organizational and multitasking skills. • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal. • Familiarity with client billing procedures and legal documentation. • Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys and other staff members. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .