Contract-to-Hire Legal Support Manager
Major, Lindsey & Africa - Chicago, IL
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Major, Lindsey & Africa's Interim Legal Talent group has an immediate need for a Contract-to-Hire Legal Support Manager.Overview: Our client seeks a skilled Legal Support ManagerCompany: Mid-size law firm.Experience: At least 7 years of experience managing a team of paralegals within a law-firm.Location: Chicago, ILResponsibilities Include:Manage and direct the workload for a team of paralegals, legal assistants, and administrative assistants.Act as a liaison to the attorney team to ensure that requests for legal support are fulfilled and executed at the highest level.Administratively oversee all phases of litigation, including pleadings, motion practice, discovery, trial, and appellate procedures.Implement and manage organizational systems to maintain case calendars, pleadings, correspondence, and related case documents utilizing firm software.Provide research and training resources to the legal support team to develop their skills and increase the team's efficiency.Assist in recruiting and retention of top talent for all legal support roles.Assess staffing needs regularly by anticipating demands and staying up to date on all active matters.Oversee training and onboarding of all legal support staff in partnership with Human Resources.Create and maintain departmental policies and procedures.Provide informal feedback regularly to address any performance concerns or recognize great performance.Conduct quarterly and annual performance reviews in accordance with firm policies and schedule.Maintain technical knowledge and stay up to date with industry trends that may impact the team.Coordinate with other areas/departments within the firm to develop efficient procedures to streamline processes.Qualifications Include:At least 7 years of experience managing a group of paralegals, legal assistants and other legal support staff.Bachelor's degree and Paralegal Certificate preferred but not required.Experience using the federal courts' CM/ECF system, PACER, Bluebook, and Westlaw.Information regarding benefits can be found on MLA's Website on the Consultant Resources Page: interested and qualified candidates should apply directly with Major, Lindsey & Africa for review and consideration.Major, Lindsey & Africa does not discriminate against applications on the basis of age, sex, race or any other protected characteristics pursuant to applicable state or federal laws.JOB ID: 205565
Created: 2024-10-11