<p>Robert Half is partnering with well-respected law firm in the North Shore suburbs seeking a Trusts & Estates Paralegal to support its expanding estate planning and administration practice. This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with a background in estate law to contribute to a high-performing team that values precision, client service, and collaboration.</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Provide paralegal support in estate planning, trust administration, and probate matters</li><li>Draft and file probate court documents and related legal paperwork</li><li>Maintain organized client records and case files across multiple matters</li><li>Communicate professionally with clients, financial institutions, and third-party advisors</li><li>Monitor deadlines and ensure timely completion of tasks</li><li>Stay informed on procedural updates and best practices in estate law</li></ul>
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.
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $175,000-$185,000 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 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>PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong>Leads the development of all SEC quarterly and annual financial reports. Ensures effective disclosure controls and effective internal controls over financial reporting. Ensures the complete, accurate and timely submission of all external financial reporting information to the SEC. Interprets FASB/GAAP and SEC guidance to determine their impact on financial reporting matters. Manages a team of capable, high-performing accounting professionals.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description</strong></p><ul><li>Active leader in the company's controllership community, as well as the overall finance community. (15%)</li><li>Manages the development of all SEC, FERC and state quarterly and annual financial reports. (15%)</li><li>Manages the internal financial reporting process and historical analyses of results of operations. (10%)</li><li>Main point of contact with the Business Unit internal reporting teams. (15%)</li><li>Liaison with external auditors, external and internal legal counsel and other external reporting contributors. (15%)</li><li>Interprets new technical guidance (FASB/GAAP, SEC, etc.) and other regulatory pronouncements and determines the impact on the company's financial reporting. (25%)</li><li>Works with Internal Audit and Manager of Accounting to ensure effective disclosure controls and effective internal controls over financial reporting. (5%)</li></ul><p><br></p>
<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>
<p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with a mid-sized law firm located in Oak Brook that's seeking to hire an Estate Planning Paralegal with at least 5+ years of experience to join their team. This Estate Planning Paralegal will be supporting attorneys handling estate planning, estate administration, and business succession planning for moderate to high net-worth clients. Experience with gift and estate tax filings is highly preferred. This position is paying between $70-85K plus a yearly bonus. In addition, the firm offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401k (3.5% match), LT Disability Insurance, and more. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Estate Planning Paralegal Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all aspects of estate and trust administration, including preparing and submitting probate pleadings and other legal documents</li><li>Assist attorneys in drafting and revising estate planning documents such as wills, trusts, and powers of attorney</li><li>Gather and organize asset information, prepare inventories, and create detailed accountings</li><li>Facilitate the transfer of assets and distributions to beneficiaries by liaising with financial institutions and other parties</li><li>Coordinate the transfer of assets to newly established trusts, prepare required forms and correspondence, and communicate with financial institutions to ensure smooth and accurate funding</li><li>Assist in compiling and summarizing financial and asset data required for federal and state estate tax returns (Forms 706 and applicable state returns)</li><li>Support the preparation of federal gift tax returns (Form 709) by organizing relevant documentation and data</li><li>Utilize any relevant software or tools to streamline processes related to estate and gift tax preparation</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 legal com</u></strong></p>
<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>Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Financial Reporting Senior Manager position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.</p><p><br></p><p>1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees</p><p>2) They have higher bonus structures</p><p>3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.</p><p>4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)</p><p>5) And more…</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job Description</u></strong></p><ul><li>The primary responsibilities of this role will be assisting in the management of the consolidated financial statements for public, lender and joint venture reporting under both a GAAP and IFRS basis</li><li>This role will present opportunities to work on unique/complex transactions requiring technical accounting assessments and cross-department coordination</li><li>Assist in the review of consolidated financial statements for reporting to our parent entity and third parties, which includes balance sheet, income statement, cash flows and other supporting schedules</li><li>Assist in the review of footnotes and disclosures required in our quarterly and annual reporting to bondholders</li><li>Coordinate with other groups with the Accounting Department, as well as Finance, Tax, Capital Markets, Investments and Legal to manage reporting solutions</li><li>Manage and coach staff accountants by delegating work and reviewing finished products to ensure they meet stated deadlines</li><li>Assist in performing technical research on significant transactions including preparation of the quarterly significant transaction log on both a GAAP and IFRS basis</li><li>Work with auditors to assist in quarterly and year-end audit procedures including audit requests</li><li>Maintain SOX compliance and coordinate responses to requests made by internal and external auditors</li><li>Take part of the Company's implementation and transition of new enterprise system</li><li>Research financial statement analytics to include in our quarterly results package to our parent entity</li><li>Assist with special accounting and financial reporting projects, as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our team on a contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. This role is ideal for someone who is detail oriented and has a strong background in legal administrative tasks, particularly within medical malpractice or similar areas. You will play a crucial role in supporting attorneys with court filings, scheduling, and case preparation. <br> Responsibilities: • Prepare and submit court filings, including electronic submissions, with attention to accuracy and deadlines. • Manage calendars and schedules for attorneys, ensuring smooth coordination of meetings and court appearances. • Conduct basic legal research and assist with filing related documentation. • Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism. • Assist in drafting and organizing case documents to support legal proceedings. • Coordinate communication between attorneys, clients, and court personnel. • Maintain detailed records and ensure all documentation is readily accessible. • Provide support with dictation and transcription as needed. • Ensure adherence to legal procedures and filing standards. • Monitor deadlines and follow up on pending tasks to ensure timely completion. <br> <br> 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.
<p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with an international, AM100 law firm that's hiring a Trust & Estates Paralegal with at least 5-8+ years of experience to join their team. This Trust & Estates Paralegal is responsible for providing paralegal support to attorneys in the administration of all aspects of trusts and estates in probate within established administrative procedures. This position is paying between $95-130K+ plus bonus and phenomenal benefits including medical, dental, vision, generous PTO, 401k (plus match), LT/ST Disability, Life Insurance, and more. In addition, this firm a highly flexible hybrid WFH schedule. Yearly billable requirement is 1,700 hours. If you are looking to join one of the top law firms in the world, then this is the opportunity for you!</p><p> </p><p><strong><u>Trust & Estates Paralegal Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the entire process of trusts and estates in probate</li><li>Prepare, file, and manage probate documents associated with opening and closing estates</li><li>Handle the collection and distribution of estate or decedent’s assets</li><li>Establish and manage estate checking accounts</li><li>Prepare and file Illinois state and federal estate tax returns, including court inventory</li><li>Coordinate asset transfers and trust funding, communicating with relevant parties when necessary</li><li>Ensure compliance with the Corporate Transparency Act and firm policy in maintaining beneficial ownership information</li><li>Prepare for federal audits by compiling necessary information</li></ul><p> </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>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $60,000-$65,000 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>Winter is here! Want to be with a company that will ensure you get to enjoy the holiday season? You don't have to be a 'people person' to want to work for a company that prioritize cultivating a healthy work environment for their employees while emphasizing the importance of a work-life balance. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Ability to prioritize, multitask, manage a high volume of bills per month and meet deadlines.</li><li>Experience with various e-billing vendors (e.g., CounselLink, Bottomline Legal eXchange, Tymetrix, Collaborati, Legal Solutions Suite, Legal Tracker, etc.) and LEDES file knowledge required to perform duties and responsibilities, including but not limited to preparing and submitting bills, budgets, and timekeeper rates according to client requirements.</li><li>Management of timekeepers and coordinate/process appeals as required.</li><li>Ability to execute complex bills in a timely manner (i.e., multiple discounts by matter, split billing, preparation, submission and troubleshooting of electronic bills).</li><li>Monitor outstanding Work in Process (WIP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) balances. Collaborate with billing attorneys to ensure WIP is billed on a timely basis and AR balances are collected withina reasonable period. Follow up with billing attorney and client on all aged AR balances.</li><li>Follow up on collections as directed by either Attorneys or Accounting leadership in support of meeting firm’s financial goals.</li><li>Review and edit prebills in response to attorney requests.</li><li>Proactively monitor potential errors that may result in the rejection of e-bills.</li><li>Research and analyze deductions and provide best course of action for balances.</li><li>Process write-offs following Firm policy.</li><li>Ability to effectively interact and communicate with attorneys, legal administrative assistants, staff, and clients.</li><li>Assist with month-end close as needed.</li><li>Proactively monitor potential errors that may result in the rejection of e-bills.</li><li>Assume additional duties as needed or assigned</li></ul><p> </p>
<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>
<p>We are partnering with a leading global organization to hire an experienced Paralegal for its North America legal team. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and support corporate governance and entity management across multiple jurisdictions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage foreign and domestic legal entities, including corporate records and compliance requirements.</li><li>Prepare and file corporate documents and annual reports across global jurisdictions (~40 countries).</li><li>Maintain compliance calendars and ensure timely submissions.</li><li>Draft board resolutions, written consents, and other governance documents.</li><li>Coordinate notarization, legalization, and execution of corporate and commercial documents.</li><li>Respond to internal and external compliance requests (KYC, UBO registrations, etc.).</li><li>Oversee global trademark portfolio management.</li><li>Assist with M& A due diligence and integration of new entities.</li><li>Collaborate with internal stakeholders on governance projects.</li><li>Train and manage a junior paralegal based in EMEA.</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is looking for a Paralegal to join a growing firm in Elmwood Park, Illinois. In this role, you will primarily focus on real estate transactions, working closely with attorneys, clients, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth and efficient closings. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong passion for real estate law.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and thoroughly review real estate contracts, closing documents, and other related materials.</p><p>• Collaborate with clients, lenders, realtors, and title companies to facilitate seamless transactions.</p><p>• Monitor transaction schedules and ensure all deadlines are met efficiently.</p><p>• Organize and maintain detailed records of real estate files and closing progress.</p><p>• Provide support to attorneys in addressing issues such as contract breaches, builder negotiations, and warranty disputes.</p><p>• Perform administrative tasks related to real estate closings, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. This position requires a strong understanding of corporate tax and accounting principles, along with the ability to manage journal entries and general ledger tasks. If you have a passion for accuracy and enjoy working in the legal industry, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and review corporate tax returns to ensure compliance with regulations.<br>• Calculate and process sales tax submissions accurately and on time.<br>• Record and reconcile journal entries for financial transactions.<br>• Maintain and update the general ledger with precision and regularity.<br>• Collaborate with team members to address and resolve accounting discrepancies.<br>• Assist in preparing financial reports and statements as required.<br>• Conduct tax-related research to stay updated on current laws and practices.<br>• Perform audits to verify the accuracy of financial data and compliance standards.<br>• Support the implementation of accounting software or tools as needed.<br>• Ensure all financial documentation is properly organized and accessible.
<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>
