Project Assistant

Role Description

We are currently seeking a legal Project Assistant to join our Chicago, IL office. The Project Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting the legal team by managing project timelines, coordinating with attorneys and staff, and ensuring the timely and smooth delivery of projects. Please note that this is a full-time position in our Chicago office in Willis Tower.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Office Services and administrative staff with clerical and organizational tasks.
• Maintain project documentation, including contracts, correspondence, and reports.
• Collaborate with Office Services to ensure accurate and timely document production and delivery.
• Perform reception coverage duties, ensuring a professional and welcoming environment.
• Track project progress and provide regular status reports to staff.
• Assist HR and Legal Secretaries with administrative projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Previous experience working in an office environment is preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Outlook.
• Knowledge of and ability to use NetDocs.

This is a great opportunity for hands-on experience and professional growth.

Featured benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) and Company Match
• 15 PTO days per year
• 8 to 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Gym membership at Willis Tower

Interview Process Timeline

Application

Our team will review your application. Please submit your resume and cover letter using Easy Apply above.

Screening Call

Our HR Director will reach out to you to schedule a preliminary 30-minute phone screening.

In-Person or Virtual Interview

Here you’ll meet the hiring team who will evaluate your skillset and assess if you are a good culture fit for the firm.

Offer

Congratulations! If the hiring team thinks you’re a good match, we will extend an offer to join the firm.

About Life at Tressler

We are a full-service, modern law firm located in ten cities across the country. We are known for our people-centric approach to business, which includes collaborative teaming, professional development opportunities, flexible schedules and a positive work environment. We have been successful for more than 39 years because of our wonderful team.

Tressler has been named to the prestigious U.S. News and Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” lists for the past five years and we are “Client Recommended” by A.M. Best. We are proud to be a Certified Great Place to Work© in the U.S.A., a ranking based on our employee happiness scores and positive reviews of our management team.