Salary Information
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago offers competitive salaries and benefits. The salary range for a Senior Legal Assistant is $66,000-$97,000, depending on qualifications and experience.
Job Title: Senior Legal Assistant
Experience: 5 years in a paralegal position within a law office or legal department
Salary Range: $66,000-$97,000
Organization: Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago
Department: Legal
Position: Senior Legal Assistant (#20002232)
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago is currently seeking a Senior Legal Assistant to join their legal department. This position will report to and work under the general supervision of attorneys, performing advanced paralegal work to support the District's activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in legal research, knowledge of governmental real estate policies and procedures, and excellent communication skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Negotiate terms and conditions of real estate transactions with land owners, government officials, and attorneys
Document and administer real estate occupancy transactions, including collecting rent and enforcing terms and conditions
Process land transactions and prepare necessary documents for Board approval
Assist in drafting legal documents, such as memoranda, pleadings, briefs, and legal opinions
Conduct legal research and analyze results, presenting findings in written memoranda
Coordinate response to Freedom of Information Act inquiries and interface with Finance for wage garnishments, child support orders, and bankruptcy matters
Assist attorneys with case management, including maintaining electronic files and databases and organizing documents
Provide direction and review work of Legal Assistants and administrative support staff
Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Considerable knowledge of legal research methods and resources, including relevant computer hardware and software
Familiarity with governmental real estate policies and procedures
Understanding of local, state, and federal court procedures
Knowledge of laws, ordinances, rules, and precedents governing District activities
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Requirements:
Completion of an American Bar Association approved paralegal training program
Minimum of 5 years experience in a paralegal position within a law office or legal department
One year of service with the District as a Legal Assistant
Civil service status as a Legal Assistant
Salary Information:
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago offers competitive salaries and benefits. The salary range for a Senior Legal Assistant is $66,000-$97,000, depending on qualifications and experience.
Environmental Conditions:
This position is based in a typical office environment and will require the use of standard office equipment, including computers and peripherals.
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