General Office Assistant / File Clerk

Hodges Loizzi Eisenhammer Rodick & Kohn LLP is a highly respected Illinois law firm in the Chicago metropolitan area specializing in the representation of Illinois school districts, charter schools, special education cooperatives, and non-public schools. The Firm has three offices throughout Illinois and currently represents over 175 Illinois school entities. With approximately 28 lawyers and 10+ administrative staff, our Firm is large enough to devote substantial and diverse resources to our clients' representation, while maintaining the high-touch services that meets clients' individual needs. Our Itasca office is looking for a full-time in office administrative support employee to perform various duties within our law firm. This individual will be responsible for providing general office support in a multitude of areas as well as maintaining our file room. This entry-level position offers exposure to all facets of our legal practice and is a perfect position for a recent graduate and true "team player" interested in the legal industry.Job DutiesMaintenance and organization of file rooms; Maintenance, replenishment and stocking of office supplies; Local travel to area courthouses, clients, or other government agencies to file or retrieve documents (mileage reimbursement provided); Local travel to post office, bank and grocery stores as needed (mileage reimbursement provided); Cleaning and organization of office common areas; Pick-up and delivery of meals for in-office meetings; Light maintenance of office equipment; Reception phone coverage; Binding of legal briefs andor presentations; Copying and scanning of documents; General administrative assistance to legal assistant staff; and other duties as requestedMinimum QualificationsAssociate degreeProven ability to interact effectively and professionally with management, attorneys, and staff as well as all external entities Strong organization and attention to detail skillsComfortable driving throughout the Chicagoland areaMust possess a "can-do" attitude and a desire to be a contributing member of the teamProficiency in relevant software applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentialityAble to lift up to 50 poundsPersonal vehicle and valid car insurancePreferred QualificationsPrior office andor reception experience Salary and BenefitsSalary Range: $22.00 - 24.00 per hour, commensurate with experienceCore Coverages: 100% Firm paid single coverage for Medical, Dental, Life, LTD, and AD&D insurance; Affordable vision insurance offering; Available Flex Spending plan; 100% Firm-paid Short-Term Disability (after eligibility requirements are met); Available pet insurance coverageInvestments: 401K with historical, annual 3-4 % contribution from partnership Time to Recharge: 11 paid holidays; 6 weeks paid Maternity Leave, under Firm Disability Policy (eligibility required); 6 weeks paid Parental LeaveWellness: On-site health club membership availableOther: 100% payment of real estate closing attorney's fees (with use of firm designated, outside contact)Interested candidates are directed to forward their cover letter and resume to . Please note that phone calls will not be accepted. Hodges Loizzi Eisenhammer Rodick & Kohn will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status. We are committed to cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity as a fundamental value.

Created: 2025-02-21