Legal Assistant Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP

Knowledge & Research Analyst (Hybrid)

Taft is currently seeking a Knowledge & Research Analyst to join our Knowledge and Research Services Department in the Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Detroit, Denver, Indianapolis, or Minneapolis...

Bilingual Legal Assistant (Pilsen)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Bilingual (Spanish/English) legal assistant needed for a small Pilsen law office. Must be able to speak Spanish. Minimal computer skills required. Full time (M-F; 8am to 5pm) $18-20/hr...

Biligual Personal Injury Legal Assistant

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

We're seeking a standout Legal Assistant who thrives on challenges, excels in organization, and never loses sight of the overarching goals....

Litigation Legal Assistant - Direct Hire - L04321-MMK-4658

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

If you are a Legal Assistant looking to join a prominent & reputable law firm, apply today! Salaries up to $90k DOE....

Legal Executive Assistant To General Counsel

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

Our client located in Chicago is seeking an experienced Legal Executive Assistant to support the General Counsel. Responsibilities include: Preparing PowerPoint and Excel presentations Maintaining...

Litigation Legal Assistant

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

Clyde & Co US LLP seeks a legal assistant with 7+ years of experience to provide excellent secretarial and administrative support to our trial and litigation team....

Immigration Legal Assistant

  • Hammond, IN (19 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hammond, IN (19 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Are you a Legal Assistant with experience in U.S. immigration law?...

Associate Legal Assistant - Chicago, IL (HYBRID)

  • Melrose Park, IL (10 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Melrose Park, IL (10 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 6 days ago

GEICO is hiring an Associate Legal Assistant to perform mid-level legal assistant and administrative duties for a Staff Counsel Office....

Law Clerk

  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago

The Law Clerk will support the Health and Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights (OCR) as an integral contributor, by providing mission support to OCR regional offices to ensure compliance...

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Family Law Legal Assistant

  • Villa Park, IL (16 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Villa Park, IL (16 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Family Law Legal Assistant Job Description: The firm is seeking a skilled Family Law Legal Assistant to join its legal team....

Family Law Legal Assistant

  • Addison, IL (18 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Addison, IL (18 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Family Law Legal Assistant Job Description: The firm is seeking a skilled Family Law Legal Assistant to join its legal team....

Associate - Federal Judicial Clerks Only (Multi Office)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago

DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a...

Legal Practice Assistant - Energy & Energy Infrastructure

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago

Job description A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 28 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most...

Litigation Legal Assistant Direct Hire

  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago

Litigation Legal Assistant - Direct Hire Chicago, Illinois | Full Time | $ 60,000 - $ 90,000 per year April 29, 2025 | Job ID: L04321-MMK_......

Associate Legal Assistant - Chicago, IL (HYBRID)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago

GEICO is hiring an Associate Legal Assistant to perform mid-level legal assistant and administrative duties for a Staff Counsel Office....

Demographic Data for Chicago, IL

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Salary for Legal Assistant Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Legal Assistants in Chicago, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.3%
Doctorate Degree
27.1%
Associate's Degree
14.0%
Master's Degree
9.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.4%
High School or GED
6.2%
Some College
1.2%
Some High School
0.2%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Legal Assistants in Chicago, IL
Less than 1 year
40.5%
1-2 years
20.3%
None
18.0%
2-4 years
9.6%
4-6 years
7.9%
6-8 years
2.4%
8-10 years
1.1%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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