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Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This is a contract position that requires a proactive individual with strong organizational abilities and excellent communication skills. The ideal candidate will support legal operations with a variety of administrative and clerical tasks, contributing to the smooth functioning of the office. Responsibilities: u2022 Manage and maintain calendars, ensuring all appointments, court dates, and deadlines are accurately scheduled. u2022 Organize and save legal pleadings and documents for easy access and reference. u2022 Draft clear and accurate correspondence, including letters to clients. u2022 Provide consistent, in-office support to maintain seamless day-to-day operations. u2022 Assist in elevating receptionist duties by overseeing front desk responsibilities and enhancing client interactions. u2022 Handle e-filing tasks and ensure timely submission of court documents. u2022 Coordinate court filings and ensure compliance with legal procedures. u2022 Support general office management and administrative tasks. The pay range for this position is 20 to 25. Benefits available to contract/contract professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/contract professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster. Requirements u2022 At least 1 year of experience in a law firm or legal administrative role. u2022 Proficiency in e-filing and court filing processes. u2022 Strong skills in calendar management and scheduling. u2022 Ability to draft clear and detail-oriented communications. u2022 Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities. u2022 Familiarity with dictation and transcription tools. u2022 Effective interpersonal skills to collaborate with clients and colleagues. u2022 Open to candidates from various legal backgrounds, not limited to specific practice areas. Robert Half is the worldu2019s 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 ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster. 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. u00a9 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 u201cApply Now,u201d youu2019re agreeing to Robert Halfu2019s Terms of Use ( and Privacy Notice (.