Corporate Legal Assistant

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Corporate Legal Assistant

Chicago, Illinois

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Full Time

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$ 60,000 - $ 85,000 per year

Chicago, Illinois

Full Time

$ 60,000 - $ 85,000 per year

October 14, 2025

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Job ID: L01974MMK_1760454910

October 14, 2025

Job ID: L01974MMK_1760454910

Job Summary

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A well respected Chicago law firm is currently hiring a skilled Corporate Legal Assistant to join its corporate practice team. This position requires a minimum of 1 + year experience supporting attorneys in a legal office environment, particularly in business and transactional law.


The firm is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. This includes medical/dental coverage, vision care, life insurance, paid time off, wellness initiatives, and additional employee support programs.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Actively support corporate legal transactions at every stage, including pre-closing preparations, execution, and post-closing follow-up.

  • Manage and maintain both digital and physical case files, ensuring all client records are organized according to firm protocols.

  • Assist attorneys with calendar management, meeting coordination, and travel arrangements.

  • Handle document preparation and thorough review of various legal and business materials such as contracts, UCC filings, transactional forms, and compliance documentation.

  • Process filings with federal and state agencies through electronic systems as required.

  • Draft client engagement materials, initiate conflict checks, and oversee the setup and conclusion of legal matters.

  • Work collaboratively with team members to maintain workflow efficiency, especially during periods of high activity.

  • Support timekeeping and billing operations, including logging hours, reviewing invoices, and managing billing tasks.


Qualifications & Skills

  • Minimum of 1 year of experience working in a corporate legal or transactional environment.

  • Demonstrated skill in using Microsoft Office tools and PDF editing software.

  • Familiarity with legal practice software (such as SurePoint or NetDocs) is advantageous.

  • Exceptional organizational habits and the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines.

  • High level of attention to detail with a strong commitment to accuracy and consistency.

  • Capable of managing confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

  • Effective verbal and written communication skills in a fast-paced setting.

*Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

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About Beacon Hill

Beacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

We look forward to working with you.

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