Legal Secretary at Dommermuth Cobine West Gensler Philipchuck & Corrigan, Ltd.

Legal Secretary at Dommermuth Cobine West Gensler Philipchuck & Corrigan, Ltd. (Naperville)

A respected and community-focused law firm in Naperville, IL, is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join our team. We offer legal services in real estate transactions, land development, litigation, estate planning and a variety of other services tailored to our clients' needs.

Position Overview:

As a Legal Secretary, you will play a vital role in supporting our attorneys and ensuring the seamless operation of our practice. This role requires an individual who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in legal support tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Word Processing

  Draft, edit, and finalize legal documents and correspondence with precision.

  
  

• Scheduling

  Maintain attorney calendars, coordinate appointments, and manage deadlines.

  
  

• Document Preparation

  Prepare and file legal documents, ensuring compliance with court and regulatory standards.

  
  

• Real Estate Transactions

  Assist with preparing closing documents, contracts, and reviewing title documents.

  
  

• Litigation Support

  Handle pleadings, discovery documents, and case management tasks.

  
  

• Land Development Support

  Prepare land use applications for municipalities and other governmental agencies, prepare public notices, and track approval process.

  
  

• Smokeball

  Use of Smokeball practice management software for document preparation, billing, case tracking and task organization.

  
  

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of experience in a legal secretary or paralegal role.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience with Smokeball or similar legal software is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of real estate and litigation processes is essential.
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a collegial and supportive environment.
• Competitive salary.
• Be part of a firm with a long-standing reputation for excellence.

How to Apply

Please send your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to Chuck Corrigan by December 23, 2024

Contact: cjc1@dbcw.com 111 E. Jefferson Avenue, Naperville IL 60540