Legal Assistant

Description We are looking for a Legal Assistant to join a fiduciary and care management organization serving clients and families facing complex financial, medical, and personal circumstances. This is a Contract position based in Oak Brook, Illinois, supporting leadership with legal-administrative coordination, client documentation, and time-sensitive case activities. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong organizational skills, and a compassionate, detail-oriented approach when working with sensitive matters.

Responsibilities: • Coordinate the director’s schedule by arranging client meetings, appointments, site visits, and other time-sensitive commitments. • Assemble materials and background information in advance of meetings, court appearances, and client-related discussions so leadership is well prepared. • Maintain organized digital records by processing incoming mail, updating client files, and ensuring documentation is accurately stored in a paper-light environment. • Place orders for client-related items and help arrange outside support services based on individual needs and timelines. • Communicate with vendors, medical offices, and other service providers to confirm services, obtain updates, and resolve routine issues. • Answer inbound calls with discretion, route matters to the appropriate party, and elevate urgent concerns when necessary. • Track outstanding medical records and provider documentation, following through to help keep case files complete and current. • Assist with fiduciary-related paperwork, status tracking, and deadline monitoring to support accurate and timely case management. • Prepare and submit court and legal documents electronically, including filings that require careful calendaring and procedural accuracy.

The pay range for this position is 25 to 30. Benefits available to contract/contract professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/contract professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster. Requirements • Prior experience in a law firm or similar legal setting is required.

• Working knowledge of estate planning, probate, fiduciary matters, or related legal practice areas is strongly preferred.

• Ability to communicate effectively with attorneys, financial advisors, CPAs, medical providers, and clients’ family members.

• Experience handling sensitive matters involving both active and deceased client files is preferred.

• Familiarity with legal and financial documents such as deeds, mortgage paperwork, loan records, and related supporting materials.

• Strong calendar management skills with the ability to monitor deadlines and manage multiple priorities with accuracy.

• Proficiency in electronic filing, court filings, and general digital document management.

• High level of discretion, patience, attention to detail, and sound judgment when supporting individuals in complex life situations.

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Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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