Legal Administrative Assistant - Spherion

Do you have a background in both legal and accounting fields? Are you looking for an opportunity to utilize the skills you have honed in both areas? If so, we may have the job for you. Spherion has partnered with a local law firm in Bloomington, IL to find a great addition to their team! Legal administrative assistants are expected to work comfortably under pressure with tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:
- Perform accurate legal research and analysis.
- Interpret laws, rulings and regulations in legal documents.
- Compile, proofread and revise drafts of legal documents and reports.
- Daily record keeping with electronic and hard copy filing of documents.
- Obtain relevant information from other organizations or agencies.
- Create and organize information, and generate reference tools for easy use by the office.
- Prepare and format legal and management reports.
- Maintain and update databases and tracking systems.
- Respond to all case-related queries.
- Ensure efficient and effective administrative information and assistance.

Working hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Skills:
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Brilliant written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Lexis-Nexis, USAO and scheduling software.

Education:
High School

Experience:
1-4 years

Qualifications:
- One year of experience in a legal environment.
- Ability to work with accounting related tasks and in QuickBooks.
- Analytical thinker with detailed research proficiencies.
- Ability to grasp and interpret legal documents.
- Systematic knowledge of databases and tracking systems.
- Fantastic organizational skills and detail-oriented.


To be considered, please click to apply or send your resume to amandamoutoussamy@spherion.com. We look forward to working with you!

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Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

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At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, and an incentive and recognition program (all benefits are based on eligibility).