Legal​/Clerical Assistant

Overview

The Legal/Clerical Assistant supports attorneys in the Vernon Hills office of Blitt & Gaines Law Offices
. The role processes legal documents, prepares pleadings, manages e‑filing, and provides clerical support.

The assistant performs legal and clerical duties under general supervision. Key responsibilities include document preparation, mail handling, database entry, and filing support.

• Prepare, print, and organize legal documents for filing and service.
• Communicate with process servers to ensure prompt document processing.
• Prepare outbound mail, including UPS, Fed Ex, and certified mail.
• Scan, reformat, and rename electronic files.
• Enter data accurately into a database.
• Upload pleadings for electronic filing, maintaining daily accuracy reports.
• Print accepted filings and send for service.
• Be well versed in all e‑filing timelines and coding requirements.

• High school diploma or GED required; college or paralegal education is a plus.
• Prior legal assistant experience is a plus.
• Prior data entry experience is a plus.

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook and comfortable using office equipment.
• Able to accurately type at least 40 words per minute.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment with multiple priorities.
• Above average verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail, organization, and ability to prioritize multiple projects.