Hybrid Law Clerk (Part-Time) chez Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit

Description

Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit is growing! A well-established and leading law firm located in Illinois is seeking a part-time Law Clerk in our Chicago office. This busy, non-exempt position requires diplomatic people skills and is ideal for a 2L or 3L attending law school who needs part-time work, approximately 25 hours per week. 

The starting hourly rate for this role is $23.00 per hour, dependent on experience. This position is fully in-office and does not offer a hybrid work option. The work schedule will be confirmed with the Human Resources Manager and/or department manager at the time of hire. This position plays a vital role by providing coverage for the Front Desk Clerk when they are out of the office.

To apply, you MUST submit your application at the following link:

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Apply/1029679/Kovitz-Shifrin-Nesbit/Law-Clerk-Part-Time.

Responsibilities:

· Support attorney inquiries and provide legal research/memos as requested meeting all deadlines.

· File pleadings in Cook County and Federal Courts, as well as tax appeals.

· Set up Motions.

· Record documents at recorder’s office (e.g., deeds, amendments, declarations, etc.).

· Obtain copies of documents from city, county, state, and federal departments.

· Deliver courtesy copies to judges and deliver documents to attorneys in court.

· Bill time and expenses daily, as needed.

· Perform various searches as requested (e.g., property tax, social security number, license plate, Pacer bankruptcy, active military search, etc.) and note updated status in applicable firm systems.

· Provide back-up to Front Desk Clerk during absences to ensure court filings/retrievals are timely completed and forwarded to appropriate recipient(s).

· Scan and profile foreclosure notices and emails to document management system.

· Perform legal research as needed.

· Forward documents interoffice via messenger as needed.

· Any other general duties as necessary or required.

Requirements

Qualifications:

· Currently attending law school – 2L or 3L.

· Completed Legal Writing Course.

· 4 Year Undergraduate Degree.

· Clerking (filing) experience with a law office, preferred.

Competencies:

· Must have a high comfort level with Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and ability to learn specialized software.

· Possess strong organizational skills and excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

· Works independently and takes initiatives to accomplish tasks.

· Strong research and writing skills and a familiarity with Lexis or Westlaw.

· Ability to multi-task with focused attention to detail and proofreading.