Legal Operations Specialist Jobs in Wheaton, IL

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Operations Specialist

Northbrook, IL
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Temporary to Hire
19.7885 - 22.913 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Operations Specialist to join our team in Northbrook, Illinois in a contract capacity with the potential to become permanent. This position supports the full order-to-delivery cycle and plays an important role in keeping inventory, shipping activity, and customer commitments on track. The ideal candidate brings a practical, detail-oriented approach to coordinating orders, transportation, warehouse activity, and related administrative processes in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Manage customer orders from receipt through final delivery and invoicing, ensuring accurate entry, timely release to warehouse partners, and consistent follow-up on open items. • Coordinate shipment activity for both inbound and outbound freight by working with carriers, brokers, suppliers, and warehouse providers to secure efficient and cost-effective transportation. • Oversee daily fulfillment for e-commerce and distributor channels, confirm shipping schedules, and address issues such as backorders, quantity variances, substitutions, and pricing exceptions. • Maintain inventory accuracy across multiple storage locations by reconciling system records, monitoring stock movement, and supporting count activities and inventory adjustments. • Prepare and review operational documents such as bills of lading, packing details, labels, and shipment notifications to support smooth delivery execution. • Partner with suppliers, co-manufacturers, customs-related contacts, and logistics providers to track inbound materials and imported shipments and help prevent delays. • Respond to customer and partner inquiries related to order status, delivery timing, product details, returns, credits, and deductions while helping maintain current account documentation. • Support purchasing and administrative workflows by preparing purchase orders for review, assisting with item setup and discontinuations, and generating routine operational reports. • Provide accounting-related support through entry and verification of receivables, payables, freight charges, and warehouse invoices, ensuring shipment records align with billing documents.
2026-10-28T00:00:00Z

Tax Specialist

Chilton, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Tax Specialist to support estate, trust, and gift tax matters for clients in Chilton, Wisconsin. This position partners with families, attorneys, and financial professionals to deliver accurate filings, thoughtful guidance, and dependable compliance support. The ideal candidate brings strong technical knowledge in fiduciary and transfer tax matters and is comfortable working through detailed financial and legal documentation. Responsibilities: • Advise clients and their outside accounting professionals on tax considerations related to estates, trusts, and wealth transfer matters. • Conduct discussions with clients and legal counsel to address estate planning questions and explain tax implications tied to individual circumstances. • Prepare and examine federal estate tax filings, including Form 706, to ensure complete and accurate reporting. • Complete and review federal gift tax returns such as Form 709 in alignment with applicable regulations and deadlines. • Manage fiduciary and estate income tax filings, including Form 1041, Wisconsin Form 2, and supporting schedules or related submissions. • Collect and organize source materials such as valuations, asset inventories, financial statements, and other records required for return preparation. • Analyze estate, gift, and trust tax rules to determine filing obligations, identify planning considerations, and support compliance decisions. • Maintain thorough documentation, track key due dates, and respond to questions or notices from taxing authorities as needed.
2026-11-05T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

Wheaton, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
45000 - 55000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Legal Assistant to support a busy law office in Illinois. This opportunity is well suited for someone who is comfortable using technology, communicates effectively, and stays composed in a fast-paced setting. The role offers exposure to a broad range of legal administrative work while contributing to an organized and client-focused office environment. Responsibilities: • Manage daily administrative support activities, including preparing correspondence, responding to messages, copying and transmitting documents, and welcoming visitors in a courteous manner. • Organize incoming and outgoing mail and ensure office communications are routed accurately and efficiently. • Coordinate client meetings and maintain appointment schedules to support smooth day-to-day operations. • Monitor key dates and maintain a central calendar to help the team stay on track with deadlines and commitments. • Enter and update information in office systems with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. • Assist with general operational needs, including monitoring inventory levels and arranging office supply orders when needed. • Work across Microsoft Word, Outlook, and other software platforms, adapting quickly to new tools and processes. • Provide additional administrative and legal support tasks as priorities shift within the office.
2026-10-19T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

Chicago, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support legal operations in Chicago, Illinois. This role focuses on preparing legal documentation, organizing case materials, and assisting attorneys with day-to-day administrative and procedural work. The ideal candidate is dependable, highly organized, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities:• Prepare, review, and organize legal documents, agreements, and correspondence to support attorney workflows.• Maintain case files and legal records, ensuring documents are accurately filed and easy to retrieve when needed.• Coordinate schedules, deadlines, and appointments related to legal matters and court or client activities.• Conduct basic legal and factual research to help attorneys gather information for active matters.• Communicate with internal stakeholders, clients, and outside parties regarding documentation and case-related updates.• Track important dates and follow up on outstanding items to help keep legal matters moving efficiently.
2026-11-05T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant- Litigation & Insurance Coverage

Chicago, IL
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Temporary / Contract
26.6 - 30.8 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Legal Assistant- Litigation & Insurance Coverage to join a collaborative legal team in Chicago, Illinois on a Contract basis. In this role, you will provide critical support to attorneys handling litigation and insurance coverage matters, helping keep cases organized, deadlines on track, and client service at a high standard. This opportunity is well suited for a detail-focused candidate who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and can balance administrative coordination with substantive case support. Responsibilities: • Support attorneys with day-to-day work related to litigation, insurance defense, liability matters, and coverage-related files. • Prepare, revise, and submit legal documents to Illinois state and federal courts while ensuring compliance with applicable filing rules and deadlines. • Create and format correspondence, pleadings, motions, notices, discovery materials, and other case documents for attorney review and use. • Arrange and confirm hearings, depositions, mediations, client conferences, and other litigation-related meetings. • Manage attorney calendars, track critical dates, and help ensure timely follow-up on court deadlines and case milestones. • Maintain organized electronic and physical case files so that records remain accurate, current, and easy to access. • Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, experts, insurance contacts, and other external parties. • Assist with billing support, expense coordination, and additional administrative tasks connected to legal matters. • Provide broad case management and litigation support as needed to help attorneys move matters forward efficiently. The pay range for this position is 28 to 32. 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.
2026-11-05T00:00:00Z

Litigation Legal Assistant

Chicago, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Legal Assistant to provide dedicated litigation support in our office. This position plays an important role in helping attorneys and paralegals manage case activity, maintain organized records, and prepare legal materials with accuracy and discretion. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment while delivering dependable service to internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities: • Support litigation attorneys and paralegals with day-to-day administrative and case-related tasks, while remaining available to assist other legal teams when needed. • Prepare, revise, and proofread legal correspondence, memoranda, and other case documents using approved technology and document management tools. • Track court dates, filing deadlines, and other critical milestones to help ensure matters move forward on schedule. • Coordinate electronic court submissions and assist with the drafting and formatting of filings and related legal documents. • Communicate effectively with court staff, attorneys, clients, and internal personnel to gather information, respond to inquiries, and help resolve routine issues. • Handle payment requests and reimbursement submissions in a timely and accurate manner. • Organize, maintain, archive, and retire legal files in accordance with established records and information governance practices. • Transcribe dictated material and convert it into clear, well-structured documents. • Protect sensitive information at all times and exercise sound discretion when managing confidential legal matters.
2026-10-26T00:00:00Z

Litigation Legal Assistant

Chicago, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half Legal is partnering with a reputable large law firm that's seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant with at least 3-5+ years of experience to support attorneys handling medical malpractice and insurance defense litigation. The Litigation Legal Assistant will partner closely with attorneys to keep cases moving, ensure deadlines are met, and deliver polished, trial‑ready work product. This position is paying between $65-85K plus an annual bonus. In addition, the firm offers a flexible hybrid WFH schedule and comprehensive benefits package including M/D/V, PTO, 401(k) + match, LT/ST Disability, Life Insurance, pre-tax commuter benefits, and more. Litigation Legal Assistant Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assist with filings, service, and deadlines; liaise with clients, experts, vendors, and opposing counsel</li><li>Maintain attorney calendars for depositions, hearings, and court appearances</li><li>Coordinate depositions end‑to‑end (parties, court reporters, interpreters, videographers)</li><li>Issue and track notices, subpoenas, and confirmations; manage logistics, exhibits, and calendar entries</li><li>Track, collect, and organize medical and billing records; follow up on outstanding requests</li><li>Create indexed sets and summaries/chronologies highlighting key treatment, providers, gaps, and damages</li><li>Maintain case files (physical/electronic), indexes, and discovery databases</li><li>Assist with trial preparation including organizing trial binders (witness, exhibit, motions, jury instructions)</li><li>Identify and vet experts; manage engagement letters and conflicts</li><li>Prepare and send expert materials (pleadings, records, discovery, demonstratives)</li></ul> How to Apply:For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert, VP - Permanent Placement at justin . rambert @ robert half com
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Litigation Legal Assistant

Chicago, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half Legal is partnering with a large, national law firm that's hiring a Litigation Legal Assistant with at least 5+ years of experience to support employment litigation and healthcare attorneys. This position is paying between $75-90K, plus an annual bonus, full benefits including medical, dental, vision, generous PTO, 401k (plus match), LT/ST Disability, Life Insurance, and more. In addition, this position will be operating on a hybrid WFH schedule of 3 days per week in-office, 2 days per week from home. Litigation Legal Assistant Responsibilities:<ul><li>Coordinate attorney calendars, schedule meetings and depositions, track court dates and filing deadlines, and manage travel and related logistics.</li><li>Draft, format, proofread, and revise a wide range of legal and business documents using source materials such as templates, handwritten notes, and dictated content.</li><li>Maintain well-organized case records by opening new files, updating matter documentation, and ensuring materials are easy to access and complete.</li><li>Review billing information for completeness and accuracy and assist with monthly invoice support documentation.</li><li>Assemble exhibits, organize witness materials, and prepare supporting files for hearings, depositions, and other case events.</li><li>Arrange logistics for court reporters, video conferences, depositions, and internal or external meetings.</li><li>Create spreadsheets and presentation materials in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint and support electronic discovery tasks using Relativity.</li><li>Process expense-related documentation, including reimbursements, expense reports, and check requests.</li><li>Handle incoming mail, support time entry updates, and assist with day-to-day administrative needs for the legal team.</li></ul> How to Apply:For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert, VP - Permanent Placement at justin . rambert @ robert half com
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

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