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33 results for Legal Assistant in Chicago, IL

Paralegal
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 80000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with a large law firm that's looking to hire a Corporate Paralegal with at least 2+ years of experience to join their team. This Corporate Paralegal will assist lawyers by working on all aspects of transactional work. This position is paying between $80-110K+ plus bonus and a flexible hybrid WFH schedule. In addition, the firm offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, generous PTO, 401k (plus match), LT/ST Disability, Life Insurance, and more. If you are looking to join a large law firm, then this is the opportunity for you!</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Corporate Paralegal Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Manage, prepare, and file various corporate documents and records, including but not limited to resolutions, board of director changes, and annual reports.</li><li>Draft, file, and manage business entity documents for corporations, LLCs, and partnerships such as articles of incorporation or dissolution, and other documents related to the formation of new corporate entities.</li><li>Provide contract support for standard corporate agreements, including non-disclosure agreements, bills of sale, and closing checklists.</li><li>Coordinate due diligence for a variety of corporate and M& A transactions, ensuring comprehensive and accurate information is collected and presented.</li><li>Provide administrative support for attorneys, assisting with corporate transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, formations, dissolutions, and closings.</li><li>Maintain accurate customer credit records and process customer credit applications efficiently.</li><li>Manage, prepare, and distribute annual reports and audit letter requests.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert, AVP - Permanent Placement at <strong><u>justin . rambert @ robert half com</u></strong></p>
  • 2025-12-04T16:48:36Z
Accounting Manager
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000-$140,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘Sweater Weather season is just around the corner!’ and ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly.  </p><p><br></p><p>As the <strong>Accounting Manager, </strong>you will play a leadership role within the Accounting Department and report directly to the Divisional Assistant Controller. This position requires technical and leadership skills in a fast-paced, collaborative environment by reporting on, analyzing, and influencing the accounting processes and internal controls performed by the company's corporate functions (such as pricing, legal, and warranty). You will act as a thought leader on a range of technical accounting, internal control, and finance related issues. In addition to core accounting roles and responsibilities, you will be a leader in driving projects, as well as identifying new performance improvement opportunities.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job Description:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Review monthly general journal entries, income and balance sheet statements, account reconciliations, and various other accounting statements and reports as appropriate to support an accurate and timely monthly financial close for the Division.</li><li>Maintain integrity of general ledger transactions.</li><li>Ensure that all financial statements are presented in accordance with United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) and appropriate financial variance analyses are provided timely to management. If in a Division outside North America ensure the financials are also presented appropriately in other forms required for Statutory reporting (i.e. IFRS, German GAAP, etc.)</li><li>Mentor and guide staff with questions and accounting issues.</li><li>Lead the team to accomplish personal and professional goals.</li><li>Develop strong working relationships with coworkers and other departments.</li><li>Navigate and extracting data from financial systems to investigate and resolve outstanding items as appropriate.</li><li>Write quarterly balance sheet fluctuation narratives to support the external financial reporting process and external audit.</li><li>Identify process inefficiencies and helping to support the identification of the underlying root causes.</li><li>Partner with other finance and non-finance groups to support design and implement process improvements.</li><li>Perform periodic testing for compliance with written policies and procedures as part of the overall SOX program.</li><li>Assist in the continued development and documentation of SOX-related policies, procedures, and internal controls.</li><li>Provide timely communication to the Divisional Controller or other management to support effective resolutions</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-11-14T18:54:02Z
Paralegal
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Yearly
  • Robert Half is partnering with a highly respected law firm to find a Trust & Estates Paralegal. This role is ideal for a experienced professional who thrives in a client-focused environment and is passionate about supporting families through complex legal processes. The successful candidate will play a vital role in estate and trust planning, administration, probate, and guardianship matters.   Key Responsibilities: Draft pleadings, orders, and court documents for probate and guardianship proceedings. Manage probate and trust administration processes. Assist clients in locating and collecting estate and trust assets. Evaluate asset-related documents for accuracy and potential exploitation. Prepare detailed accountings for guardianships, estates, and trusts. Coordinate asset transfers and trust funding in accordance with legal documents and client instructions. Communicate with financial institutions, accountants, and vendors to facilitate asset management. Update beneficiary designations for retirement accounts and insurance policies. Obtain tax identification numbers and maintain communication with the IRS. Oversee the collection and distribution of assets. Provide proactive client communication and follow-up. Support attorneys with discovery and litigation related to estate and trust matters.
  • 2025-11-19T23:03:51Z
Senior Legal Secretary
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 80000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with a small boutique 5-attorney law firm located downtown that's hiring a Senior Legal Secretary with at least 10+ years of experience to join their team. This position will support up to 4 partners who handle a mix of commercial litigation and real estate. The role will primarily be handling commercial litigation but will also assist with real estate transaction documentation and support. The ideal candidate will have prior experience supporting defense litigation attorneys including assisting with attorney time and billing. This position is paying between $80-95K, plus bonus and the firm operates on a flexible hybrid WFH schedule (2 days WFH per week). In addition, the firm offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, generous PTO, 401k (plus 3% profit share), LT/ST Disability, Life Insurance, train reimbursement, and more. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Senior Legal Secretary Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Handle electronic filing (e-filing) tasks for legal documents in compliance with court procedures.</li><li>Support attorneys with commercial litigation processes, including drafting and organizing case materials.</li><li>Manage scheduling and calendar coordination for meetings, court appearances, and deadlines.</li><li>Assist with time entry and billing processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial records.</li><li>Collaborate with third-party services to oversee accounts payable and maintain financial systems.</li><li>Coordinate semi-monthly payroll processing using designated tools.</li><li>Maintain organized records and documentation for legal and administrative purposes.</li><li>Communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, and third-party vendors to address inquiries and resolve issues.</li><li>Assist with real estate transaction support including reviewing various real estate contracts/documents, and assisting with closing support.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert, VP - Permanent Placement at <strong><u>justin . rambert @ robert half com</u></strong></p>
  • 2025-12-02T19:21:07Z
Legal Operations Specialist – Legal Support
  • Downers Grove, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 180000.00 - 200000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is seeking a full-time Legal Services Manager for a global industrial company. This unique role offers a dual focus on data privacy and U.S. customs and trade compliance. The ideal candidate is a proactive, detail-oriented professional with proven experience in regulatory compliance, cross-functional collaboration, and legal operations. This is a high-impact position with visibility across legal, IT, HR, and global business units.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead bi-monthly cross-functional Privacy Team meetings to review new and ongoing privacy initiatives.</li><li>Coordinate and analyze Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) for new HR and IT systems.</li><li>Support EU Works Council consultation processes for HR and IT projects.</li><li>Draft and manage EU Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for intragroup data transfers.</li><li>Monitor global privacy regulatory developments and advise internal stakeholders.</li><li>Collaborate with legal and compliance teams on privacy-related projects.</li><li>Serve as internal liaison for U.S. Customs ACE portal access and reporting.</li><li>Create Power BI dashboards and reports using ACE data for internal audits and reviews.</li><li>Manage Descartes Visual Compliance tool: user access, training, and reporting.</li><li>Support “Know Your Customer” (KYC) documentation reviews and training.</li><li>Deliver trade compliance training sessions and maintain internal compliance resources.</li><li>Coordinate with vendors to ensure trade compliance tools are up to date and effectively used.</li><li>Consolidate and review import/export data from UK operations.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2025-11-06T15:54:45Z
Accounting Manager
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000-$140,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘The holiday season is here!' and ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description</strong></p><ul><li>Management of all financial accounting functions of the firm.</li><li>Leads the firm's budgeting and expense management processes, including the development of annual operating budgets and financial projections and periodic variance review</li><li>Ensures the accuracy of monthly financial reporting and assists external CPA in the preparation of financial reports</li><li>Manages all daily accounting functions: bank reconciliations, cash receipts/accounts receivables</li><li>Handles partner distribution, payroll, 401k administration, benefits administration, and expense report management</li><li>Supervises Accounting Assistant in the Accounts Payable and Billing functions</li><li>Works closely with Accounting Consultant in London client billing</li><li>Works closely with Office Manager in human resource and benefits and facilities and vendor contract management</li><li>May participate in the strategic planning of operations</li><li>Management of all billing functions of the firm.</li><li>Tracks and reports on timekeeper hours</li><li>Prepares prebills and reviews edits by billing partner(s)</li><li>Verifies the accuracy of billing entries and supporting documentation.</li><li>Prepares invoices for submission to clients via various Ebilling platforms or by email, dependent on client requirements</li><li>Monitors accounts receivable and collection efforts</li><li>Submits budgets per client requirements</li><li>Works closely with billing partners on bill appeals</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p>
  • 2025-11-13T16:18:45Z
Collections Specialist
  • Valparaiso, IN
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 50000.00 - 55000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a dedicated Collections Specialist to join our team in Northwest, Indiana. In this role, you will manage accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely payments and resolving any discrepancies. This position requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across departments to maintain financial accuracy and compliance. The salary range for this role is 50K-55K with medical, dental, vision, 401K and a very generous PTO package. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Monitor aging reports to identify overdue accounts and take appropriate action.</p><p>• Negotiate payment terms with clients while adhering to company guidelines.</p><p>• Document collection activities and update records in the accounting system.</p><p>• Investigate and address billing disputes or payment discrepancies.</p><p>• Partner with billing, customer service, and sales teams to resolve account concerns.</p><p>• Maintain thorough records of all communications and actions related to collections.</p><p>• Escalate unresolved payment issues to management for further review.</p><p>• Compile and present detailed collection reports to assist in decision-making.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to company policies, legal requirements, and confidentiality protocols.</p><p>• Support team operations by cross-training in various roles and completing assigned tasks.</p>
  • 2025-11-21T16:43:50Z
Corporate Finance Paralegal
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 80000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with a boutique law firm that's seeking a Corporate Finance Paralegal with at least 3-5+ years of experience to join their team. This Corporate Finance Paralegal will assist lawyers by working on all aspects of transactional work pertaining to commercial lending transactions. This position is paying between $80-110K plus a yearly bonus, and the firm operates on a hybrid WFH schedule. In addition, the firm offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, generous PTO, 401k (3% match), LT/ST Disability, Life Insurance, and more. </p><p> </p><p><strong><u>Corporate Finance Paralegal Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>-         Draft, edit and revise loan documents, corporate certificates and resolutions and other documents, instruments and agreements</p><p>-         Support all aspects of secured lending transactions including review of due diligence, document preparation, closing support and post-closing administration</p><p>-         Compile signature pages in anticipation of closing and assemble closing binders</p><p>-         File Uniform Commercial Code financing statements in appropriate jurisdictions</p><p>-         Initiate and review lien and other searches with third-party vendors</p><p>-         Manage due diligence for secured lending transactions</p><p>-         Coordinate with title companies and review title policies for accuracy and completeness</p><p> </p><p>For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert, VP - Permanent Placement at <strong><u>justin . rambert @ robert half com</u></strong></p>
  • 2025-12-09T15:38:59Z
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