Legal Administrative Assistant

Chicago, IL


Apply Save

Type: Contract-to-Hire

Category: Administrative

Reference ID: 10077458

Shortcut: http://addisongroup.gosnaphop.com/zPChOA


Job Title: Legal Administrative Assistant

Industry: Real Estate

Location : Chicago, IL

Assignment Type: Temp-to-Hire

Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 / hour

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:30 AM-5:00 PM | 100% Onsite

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits.


About Our Client:

Addison Group is partnering with a well-established real estate organization seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to join its Chicago team. This is an excellent temp-to-hire opportunity for someone who enjoys organization, document management, and supporting legal and transactional operations in a collaborative office environment.


Job Description:

The Legal Administrative Assistant provides administrative support including ensuring documents, records, and transactions are organized and completed accurately. This position plays a key role in managing files, coordinating legal documentation, tracking transaction activity, and assisting with day-to-day departmental operations.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, possesses strong written communication skills, and enjoys working in a fast-paced professional setting.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate, organize, and maintain transaction and legal files throughout the lifecycle of acquisitions, dispositions, and development projects.
  • Prepare correspondence, closing notifications, engagement letters, and other administrative documentation.
  • Assist with assembling and tracking due diligence materials to support real estate transactions.
  • Maintain accurate electronic and physical filing systems for legal and transaction records.
  • Monitor transaction timelines and follow up on outstanding documentation to ensure deadlines are met.
  • Prepare and organize closing binders while tracking post-closing requirements.
  • Support document routing and maintain internal legal templates and standardized forms.
  • Update internal databases, trackers, and records with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Assist with records retention, document management, and department compliance procedures.
  • Provide administrative support to legal leadership and due diligence professionals as needed.


Qualifications:

  • Previous administrative, legal assistant, legal secretary, or document management experience preferred.
  • Exposure to a legal office, law firm, real estate, or corporate legal department is highly desirable.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments.
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
  • Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and contribute to a collaborative team.


Additional Details:

  • Opportunity to convert to a permanent employee after successful contract period.


Perks:

  • Strong potential for permanent employment with long-term career growth.
  • Collaborative legal team with excellent mentorship opportunities.
  • Gain valuable experience supporting sophisticated legal and real estate transactions in a professional corporate environment.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.


#Admin2

  • Commercial Real Estate Paralegal

    St. Petersburg, FL

    Job Title: Commercial Real Estate Paralegal Industry: Legal Services Location (City, State): Tampa, FL (Hybrid) Assignment Type: Direct Hire Pay: $72,000 – $80,000 annually Benefits: This position is eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k benef...

    Recommended

  • Real Estate Paralegal

    Boulder, CO

    Job Title: Real Estate Paralegal Location: Boulder, CO Industry: Real Estate Development Pay: $80,000 - $105,000 / year + annual bonus Benefits: This role is eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K About Our Client: Addison Group is partnering with ...

    Recommended

  • Conflicts Analyst

    Chicago, IL

    Job Title: Conflicts Analyst Industry: Legal Services Location: Chicago, IL Assignment Type: Direct Hire Pay: $50,000 – $75,000 annually Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)...

    Recommended

  • Administrative Coordinator

    Chicago Metro Area, Illinois

    Job Title: Administrative Coordinator Location: Chicago, IL Industry: Real Estate Investment Compensation: $65,000 - $80,000 annually, plus potential bonus Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 100% in office Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, de...

    Recommended

  • Floating Legal Assistant

    Chicago, IL

    Job Title: Floating Legal Assistant Location: Chicago, IL Industry: Legal Services Compensation: $65,000 - $80,000 annually, plus discretionary year-end bonus Work Schedule: 100% Onsite, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Benefits: This position is eligible for medical...

    Recommended

  • Litigation Paralegal – Personal Injury

    Chicago, IL

    Job Title: Litigation Paralegal – Personal Injury Location: Chicago, IL Industry: Legal Services Pay: $60,000-$75,000 (based on experience) Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). About Our Client: Addison Group is ...

    Recommended

  • IP Legal Assistant

    Chicago, IL

    Job Title: IP Legal Assistant Industry: Legal Services Location: Chicago, IL Assignment Type: Direct Hire Pay: $75,000 – $95,000 annually Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours / week Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401...

    Recommended

  • Legal Assistant

    New York, NY

    Job title: Legal Assistant Industry: Legal Location (city, state): New York, NY Assignment Type: Direct Hire Pay: $70,000 – $87,000 annually (depending on experience) Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Benefits: This position is eligible f...

    Recommended

  • Legal Assistant

    Denver Metro Area, Colorado

    Job Title: Legal Assistant (Corporate) Location: Englewood, CO Industry: Legal – Corporate & Real Estate Pay: $38 – $43 per hour +quarterly bonus potential Benefits: The position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). About Our Client: Ad...

    Recommended

  • Assistant Office Manager

    Chicago, IL

    Job Title: Assistant Office Manager Location: Chicago, IL Industry: Legal Services Compensation: $70,000–$85,000 annually Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, fully onsite Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, life ...

    Recommended

  • Legal Secretary

    Dallas, TX

    Job Title: Legal Secretary Location (City, State): Addison, TX Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Onsite) Type of Employment: Direct Hire Compensation: $60,000 – $70,000 annually Industry: Legal Services Benefits: This position is eligi...

    Recommended

  • Legal Assistant

    Oklahoma City, OK

    Job Title: Legal Assistant Location: Oklahoma City, OK Industry: Legal Services Pay: $45,000-$50,000/year Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). About Our Client: Addison Group is hiring on behalf of our client, a ...

    Recommended

  • Shipping Administrator

    West Chicago, IL

    Job Title: Shipping Administrator Location (city, state): West Chicago, IL Industry: Manufacturing Pay: $20–$23/hour Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). About Our Client: Addison Group is partnering with a stabl...

    Recommended

  • Receptionist

    South Chicago, IL

    Job Title: Receptionist Location (city, state): Chatham (Chicago), IL Industry: Healthcare Pay: $18 – $22 / hour Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits About Our Client: Addison Group is partnering with a h...

    Recommended

  • Legal Administrative Assistant

    Vienna, VA

    Job Title: Legal Administrative Assistant Industry: Legal Services (Real Estate & Civil Litigation) Location (city, state): Vienna, VA (Hybrid) Assignment Type: Contract-to-Hire Pay: $20 – $25 / hour ($45,000 – $60,000 annually upon conversion, based o...

    Recommended

  • Event Coordinator

    Chicago, IL

    Job Title: Event Coordinator Location: Hybrid – Downtown Chicago (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in-office; Monday and Friday remote) Industry: Association Management Compensation: $56,000 – $60,000 annually, plus eligibility for an annual discretionary ...

    Recommended

  • Legal Administrative Assistant

    Scottsdale, AZ

    Job Title: Legal Administrative Assistant Location (city, state): Scottsdale, AZ Compensation: Contract/Contract-to-Hire: $33 - $38/hour | Direct Hire: $70,000 - $80,000 annually (DOE) Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, an...

    Recommended

  • Litigation Legal Assistant

    Scottsdale, AZ

    Job Title: Legal Administrative Assistant Location (city, state): Scottsdale, AZ Compensation: $75,000 - $80,000 annually (flexibility based on experience) Industry: Legal / Litigation Benefits: This position is eligible for 401(k) matching up to 5% Me...

    Recommended

  • Administrative Assistant to VP

    Chicago, IL

    Job Title: Administrative Assistant to VP Location: Chicago, Illinois - Southside Industry: Nonprofit / Healthcare Compensation: $25 – $30 / hour Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM | Hybrid Schedule (3 days onsite, 2 days remote) Benefits: T...

    Recommended

  • Corporate Paralegal – Estates & Trusts

    Tempe, AZ

    Job Title: Corporate Paralegal – Estates & Trusts Location (city, state): Phoenix, AZ Compensation: $55,000 – $60,000 base salary (minimal flexibility) + quarterly performance bonuses (total comp $71,000 – $88,000) Industry: Financial Services / Legal ...

    Recommended

  • Legal Administrative Assistant (Estates & Trusts)

    Rockville, MD

    • Job Title: Legal Administrative Assistant • Industry: Legal Services • Location (city, state): Rockville, MD • Assignment Type: Direct Hire • Pay: $55,000 – $75,000 annually (non-exempt) • Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (1...

    Recommended

  • Office Coordinator - Bilingual

    Chicago, IL

    Job Title: Office Coordinator - Bilingual Location: Chicago, IL – Near Midway Industry: Manufacturing Compensation: $45000 – $60000 / Year Work Schedule: 100% onsite | Monday–Thursday: 9-hour workdays | Friday: 4-hour workday Benefits: This position is...

    Recommended

  • Legal Assistant

    Austin, TX

    Legal Assistant (Appellate Practice) Location: Austin, TX (Downtown Austin) Schedule: Hybrid | In Office Monday-Thursday, Remote Friday (business needs permitting) Compensation: $70,000-$83,000+ DOE Bonus: Annual Performance Bonus Job Type: Direct Hire...

    Recommended

  • Personal Injury Paralegal

    Dallas Metro Area, Texas

    Job Title: Personal Injury Paralegal Location: Dallas, TX Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (30-minute lunch) Type of Employment: Direct Hire Compensation: $80,000 - $90,000 / year Industry: Legal Benefits: This position may be eligible f...

    Recommended

  • Corporate Paralegal – Estates & Trusts

    Peoria, AZ

    Job Title: Corporate Paralegal – Estates & Trusts Location (city, state): Peoria, AZ Compensation: $55,000–$60,000 base salary + quarterly performance bonuses (total compensation potential up to $71,000–$88,000 annually) Industry: Financial Services / ...

    Recommended

  • Paralegal

    Tulsa, OK

    Job Title: Litigation Paralegal Industry: Legal Services Location (city, state): Tulsa, Oklahoma Assignment Type: Full-time, Direct Hire Pay: $48,000 per year Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM Benefits: This position is eligible for med...

    Recommended

  • Intellectual Property Legal Assistant

    Dallas, TX

    Job Title: Intellectual Property Legal Assistant Location (City, State): Dallas, TX Work Schedule: M-F, 9 -6 Type of Employment: Direct Hire Compensation: $85,000 - $95,000 Industry: Legal Benefits: This position is eligible for a comprehensive benefit...

    Recommended

  • Project Coordinator

    Anaheim, CA

    Job Title: Project Coordinator Location: Anaheim, CA Type: Contract to hire Industry: Construction Pay: $35-$40/per hour Benefits: This position is eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k About Our Client: Addison Group is partnering with our client...

    Recommended

  • Information Governance – Matter Mobility Coordinator

    Phoenix, AZ

    Job Title: Information Governance – Matter Mobility Coordinator Location (city, state): Phoenix, AZ (85016) Compensation: $78,000–$92,000 (Direct Hire) Industry: Legal Benefits: This position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including m...

    Recommended

  • Legal Assistant

    Tampa, FL

    Job Title: Legal Assistant – Commercial Litigation Industry: Legal Services Location (City, State): Tampa, FL (Hybrid) Assignment Type: Direct Hire Pay: $65,000 – $70,000 annually Work Schedule: Full-Time Benefits: This position is eligible for medical...

    Recommended