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Volume 13, No. 4 A Special Supplement to the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin Week of Jan. 24-28, 2011
Attorney Positions — Law Firms, Government, Corporate, Non-Profit
Staff Positions — Paralegals, Legal Secretaries, Law Clerks, Word Processors,
Mail Room Staff, Receptionists and much more!

ATTORNEY POSITION PARALEGAL POSITION SECRETARY POSITION

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PRODUCT LIABILITY LITIGATION

ATTORNEY
A mid-size AV-rated defense litigation firm with a
national practice seeks a full-time attorney with 4 ATTENTION: EXPERIENCED Legal Secretary
to 6 years legal experience for technical product PARALEGALS
liability litigation. Technical or piloting Small Loop Law firm specializing in Domestic
background, engineering degree, and/or aviation Relations Law seeking full time secretary with a
Small law firm that represents broker-dealer minimum of 3 years litigation experience.
experience preferred. Skill set required includes clients in arbitration matters seeks litigation
established research, writing, and deposition and Candidate must have strong communication
paralegal with at least five years of experience. skills, be highly organized, type a minimum of 65
trial skills along with the ability to work Salary commensurate with experience. Please
independently as well as in a team setting. words per minute and be conversant with Word
send resumes to Perfect, Word and Excel.
Excellent academic credentials preferred.
Applicants must be organized, self-motivated Box LB537
and able to handle files with little supervision. Law Bulletin Box LB530
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following:
Box LB543
Law Bulletin
415 N. State St, Chicago, IL 60654
E-mail: BlindBox@LBPC.com

ASSOCIATE Litigation Paralegal PARALEGAL -PI Legal Secretary - LEGAL ASSISTANT

CONTRACT
LAWYER FOR
LAW FIRM
ASSIGNMENT
Our client, a mid-sized west Loop
business law firm will need a
contract lawyer for 4-7 month
assignment. Selected lawyer
will have 3-plus years of
Insurance Coverage experience.
Please email resume to
Hayley at:
hayley@linderlegalstaffing.com
Associate Attorney
Mid-sized litigation defense
firm seeks a 3-5 year IL
licensed associate attorney
specializing in insurance cov-
erage litigation. Strong writing
and analytical skills required.
Qualified candidates may sub-
mit their resume, references,
transcript and writing sample
via email to:
Box LB514
Law Bulletin
415 N. State St, Chicago, IL 60654
E-mail: BlindBox@LBPC.com
Associate Attorney
Southwest suburban law firm
is looking for a full time associ-
ate attorney with a minimum
of five years experience in liti-
gation with a minimum of two
years appellate practice pre-
ferred. Our firm concentrates
in representing creditor rights
in foreclosure, bankruptcy and
Real Estate matters. Previ-
ous related experience is a
plus. Full benefit package
available. Interested candi-
dates should e-mail resumes
including salary requirements
to
Lisa.Petruzzi@il.cslegal.com
ATTORNEYS
Growing loop insurance
defense firm is seeking two
associates with 3-5 years litiga-
tion experience. Experience in
employment law or general
tort litigation required.
Box LB528
Law Bulletin
415 N. State St, Chicago, IL 60654
E-mail: BlindBox@LBPC.com
ASSOCIATES
Thirty lawyer Chicago based
law firm seeks two associates,
one with 3-5 years of litigation
experience (preferably per-
sonal injury defense) and the
second with 1-3 years of subro-
gation experience. Please sub-
mit your resume and cover let-
ter (specifying which position
you are responding to) in confi-
dence to:
Hiring Partner
Leahy, Eisenberg
& Fraenkel, Ltd.
33 West Monroe Street,
Suite 1100
Chicago, Illinois 60603
Attorney
Downtown Chicago firm is
seeking an attorney with 1+
years experience to work in a
fast pace environment. Motion
practice experience, good writ-
ing skills, real estate title
knowledge is a plus. Send
resume and salary require-
ments to:
Box LB536
Law Bulletin
415 N. State St, Chicago, IL 60654
E-mail: BlindBox@LBPC.com
Attorney
Established law firm is seek-
ing an experienced traffic
attorney with consumer litiga-
tion. Other general practice
areas a plus. Please send
resume to:
Box LB509
Law Bulletin
415 N. State St, Chicago, IL 60654
E-mail: BlindBox@LBPC.com
An immediate opening avail-
able for an experienced trial
litigation paralegal with 3+
years trial experience. The
successful candidate must be
able to travel for trials and
your trial experience must
have included sitting at coun-
sel table. Experience with
reviewing medical records is
highly preferred. Trial exhibit
soft ware and Summation
experience are a plus. You
must be detail oriented and
have good interpersonal com-
munication skills. You must be
proficient with Microsoft
Office Suites and have strong
communication skills. 4 year
degree and/or an ABA
approved paralegal certifi-
cate. Salary is commensurate
with experience and firm
offers a competitive benefit
package. E-mail resume to
fmc420@aol.com
PARALEGAL/
OFFICE MANAGER
Plaintiff’s personal injury firm
is seeking an energetic, confi-
dent and EXPERIENCED PI
paralegal with office manage-
ment experience who believes
in providing top notch service
to your superiors and clients.
This job is ONLY for a career
professional paralegal. You
must be able to multi-task and
possess EXCELLENT tele-
phone, administrative, typing
(80+ wpm), grammar,
machine transcription and
computer skills. You must be
highly organized with the abili-
ty to work in a very fast-paced
environment where production
is key, in addition to coordinat-
ing complex litigation cases
with busy scheduling issues.
This position requires a perfec-
tionist who can work overtime.
Compensation is open for the
competent applicant. Email
your resume to
loggans@logganslaw.com.
Have the
Chicago Daily Law
Bulletin mailed to your
home today.
Call (312) 644-2341
or (312) 644-2394
Excellent opportunity for indi-
vidual with 3 year Plaintiff’s
Personal Injury experience to
work at our large loop law firm
on interesting and complex
cases. Duties of this challeng-
ing position include answering
discovery, extensive client con-
tact, day-to-day file mainte-
nance and trial preparation.
Our firm offers a competitive
salary and benefit package.
Box LB529
Law Bulletin
415 N. State St, Chicago, IL 60654
E-mail: BlindBox@LBPC.com
Paralegal Worker’s
Compensation
Large, prominent loop located
law firm has an immediate
opening for a full time Parale-
gal (Spanish speaking is a
plus).
Paralegal certificate or work-
ing towards one and some
experience in a law office is
beneficial. Candidates must
be organized, possess excellent
phone skills and be PC Liter-
ate. Responsibilities include
but are not limited to: screen-
ing client calls, determination
of potential cases, follow-up
and documentation in comput-
er system, preparing docu-
ments for court filing, and
assisting attorneys with daily
case management.
We offer an excellent salary
and benefits package.
Please fax resume to the Office
Manager (312) 464-1212 or e-
mail fperrone@gwclaw.com
REAL ESTATE
PARALEGAL
Loop Law firm has immediate
opening for full time real
estate paralegal with at least 5
yrs to 7 yrs experience. Strong
computer, typing and organi-
zational skills necessary. Work
environment encourages
multi-tasking, efficiency and
flexibility. Excellent Benefits.
Send resume to:
Box LB518
Law Bulletin
415 N. State St, Chicago, IL 60654
E-mail: BlindBox@LBPC.com
Real Estate
Responsibilities
Inland Western Retail Real
Estate Trust in Oak Brook, IL
seeks a seasoned, professional
Legal Secretary with Real
Estate experience. This is a
Monday through Friday, full-
time position. Resumes will be
accepted through our Careers
page at
www.inlandgroup.com.
Requirements
• Must have at least 5 years
experience in such arena and
have a familiarity with rele-
vant real estate matters and
documentation.
• Must be proficient in MS
Office applications
• Must be able to type at least
60 wpm.
• Dictaphone experience is a
plus.
Legal Secretary
Small Boutique Loop Law
office specializing in Probate
Law seeks experienced Legal
Secretary with Litigation and
Probate knowledge. Dictation
& Shorthand helpful, along
with creation and editing of
legal documents. Computer
skills a Must! Please forward
resume to:
Box LB526
Law Bulletin
415 N. State St, Chicago, IL 60654
E-mail: BlindBox@LBPC.com
Legal Secretary
Small Loop Law firm specializ-
ing in Domestic Relations Law
seeking full time secretary
with a minimum of 3 years liti-
gation experience. Candidate
must have strong communica-
tion skills, be highly organized,
type a minimum of 65 words
per minute and be conversant
with Word Perfect, Word and
Excel.
Box LB530
Law Bulletin
415 N. State St, Chicago, IL 60654
E-mail: BlindBox@LBPC.com
Established Wheaton Law Office
seeks legal assistant/reception-
ist with 4+ years of experience.
Submit resume and references
to E-mail:
dlvargas@pkalaw.com
Legal Secretary
Corporate litigation firm has
an immediate opening to assist
several busy attorneys in an
AV rated firm. The successful
candidate will have 2+ years
of corporate litigation with top
Word and Excel skills and a
highly professional demeanor.
Some exposure to family law is
a plus. Fast paced work with
heavy client contact requires
an organized, confident self-
starter with excellent commu-
nication, interpersonal and
technical skills. Salary is com-
mensurate with experience
and firm offers a competitive
benefit package. E-mail
resume to fmc420@aol.com
LEGAL SECRETARY
Full time legal secretary for a
PI Law Firm. Applicants
must have experience in Plain-
tiff’s P.I. , Bankruptcy, Real
Estate, and Worker’s Compen-
sation. Candidate must be able
to work independently. Excel-
lent secretarial and organiza-
tional skills essential. We offer
a competitive salary and great
benefit package.
Box LB525
Law Bulletin
415 N. State St, Chicago, IL 60654
E-mail: BlindBox@LBPC.com
RECEPTIONIST/
SECRETARY
Small defense downtown Chica-
go law firm is seeking a depend-
able receptionist with legal sec-
retarial experience. Applicants
must have good typing, com-
puter and organizational skills.
Duties include answering the
telephone, supporting the legal
assistants and going to court.
Clerking experience a plus.
Must be flexible. Health, life
and dental benefits offered.
401K after 1 yr employment.
Please email resume with
salary requirements to
Box LB524
Law Bulletin
415 N. State St, Chicago, IL 60654
E-mail: BlindBox@LBPC.com

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Assistant Corporation Counsel Litigation Attorney COMPLEX CIVIL

LITIGATION ATTORNEY Litigation Attorney
The City of Aurora is seeking qualified applicants for the position Small Des Plaines law office
of Assistant Corporation Counsel. seeking to hire litigation attor- ATTORNEY Reputable Chicago insurance At Goldberg Kohn, we've been
ney with 2 to 5 years experi- defense firm is looking to hire charting a different course for
ence in general litigation and A mid-size AV-rated defense an attorney with 2-7 years of 35 years, one lawyer, one client
Requires comprehensive knowledge of local ordinances, state and workers' compensation experi-
federal laws and established precedents; thorough knowledge of with good writing skill. Must litigation firm with a national and one matter at a time. We're
be able to speak Korean fluent- practice seeks a full-time ence who is also interested in not the biggest or the oldest
court procedures and rules of evidence and skill in preparing and handling third-party litigation.
trying cases. Also requires ability to establish and maintain satis- ly. Please send cover letter, attorney with 4 to 6 years legal firm in Chicago, but we have a
resume, writing sample, and experience in complex civil lit- Competitive salary with good reputation for producing great
factory working relationships with City officials, attorneys and benefits.
other professionals, law enforcement officials, and the general referrences to igation. Skill set required work, for being great to work
public. Hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with attendance at some jchie@jchielaw.com. includes established research, with and great to work for.
writing, and deposition and
evening meetings required.
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Requires a license to practice law in the state of Illinois. Also ty to work independently as Law Bulletin group is growing. We are seek-
well as in a team setting. 415 N. State St, Chicago, IL 60654
requires five years of experience as a licensed attorney, preferably PT ATTORNEY Excellent academic creden- E-mail: BlindBox@LBPC.com ing an attorney with at least 2
years experience, for this non-
in municipal law and litigation. Must possess valid driver's license. tials preferred. Applicants
Chicago law firm seeks experi- partnership track position, to
must be organized, self-moti- handle significant and sophis-
Salary commensurate with experience. Excellent benefit package enced part-time attorney for vated and able to handle files
included. federal and state litigation. ticated commercial litigation
with little supervision. Please matters. We require a law
Applicants must have excel- send resume and writing sam-
Send cover letter, resume, salary history, and references or com- lent research and writing degree from a top 25 law school
ple to the following:
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44 E. Downer Place gator. Established mid-sized challenging work, and the
Aurora, IL 60507 general practice Loop law firm opportunity to work with won-
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al excellence exhibited by our attorneys and their ability to work resumes from accomplished MUM of 9 years experience
well together. Creativity, collaboration and accomplishment are associates with 3+ years of including actual jury experi-
fostered consistently. This mindset sets us apart and is the reason solid Family Law experience ence for preparation and trial
we are trusted legal advisors to many long-term business clients. and a demonstrated belief in of substantial medical mal-
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Director of Major Gifts – College of Law ability to develop relationships with and land clients… difference in their lives. You
compensation package with
will be challenged by the
If you believe compensation should be based on merit… diverse and demanding cases unlimited growth potential. All
College/Division: University Advancement responses will be held in confi-
Department/Office: Development at the Firm but you will enjoy
If you hold yourself accountable for your success and have a an excellent salary and dence. Send resume, refer-
dynamic approach to your practice... benefits package at a Firm ences and salary requirements
Required Skills: to
where your career can thrive.
The Director of Major Gifts—College of Law reports to the Director If you are seeking a collegial, transparent, entrepreneurial and For immediate consideration Box LB517
of Gift and Estate Planning. Applicants must have at least five (5) meritocratic culture... please submit your resume
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years’ of major gift development experience with a demonstrated 415 N. State St, Chicago, IL 60654
record of success, along with capital campaign experience in high- ...then you may be interested in employment with our firm. requirements (must be E-mail: BlindBox@LBPC.com
er education, preferably with an emphasis in the area of law. Must included to be considered) to
demonstrate leadership abilities, success in fundraising, and a For details on how to apply, please visit http://careers.h2law.com. chicagolooplawfirm@gmail.co
passion for higher education. Applicants will work within the Gift m
Planning Team to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward a portfolio Learn more about Howard and Howard Attorneys PLLC at
of individual major gift prospects and donors. Outstanding written www.h2law.com.
and verbal communication skills required.
We are an equal opportunity employer.
Strong organizational skills, capital campaign experience, and Attorneys 1000
knowledge of gift planning strategies are required. Critical and
strategic thinking skills as well as the ability to work effectively Positions Available 1010
within a team environment. Insurance Coverage Attorney
Bachelor degree required; J.D. or other equivalent advanced
degree preferable. Leading Chicago-based law firm seeks an attorney to join our
national insurance coverage, counseling, and litigation practice Senior Workers' Compensation
which involves toxic tort, environmental, construction defect, pro-
This seasoned professional will help shape and grow the major
fessional liability, and other types of commercial coverages. Ideal Defense Attorney
gifts program according to best practices and manage a prospect
pool with focus on developing strong relationships. candidates should have between 2 and 5 years of insurance cover-
age, litigation, and counseling experience, possess excellent ana- Job Summary
Candidates will NOT be considered unless the above require- lytical and writing skills, be creative, and be able to excel in a fast
paced challenging environment. We have the following opportunity available in our Chicago Staff
ments are met. Legal Office (located in the Loop):
Responsibilities: We offer a competitive compensation and benefit package includ-
ing health, dental, LTD, vision care, Life, 401(k), and a collegial Senior Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney
Northern Illinois University is conducting an ongoing search for work environment. All inquiries should be made by USPS mail
only (no calls or e-mail please). Please send a cover letter, This self-starter will represent the company and its insureds in all
qualified professionals to join its Development Team and success- phases of litigation, practicing law in compliance with ethical
ful fundraising program in an exciting state of emergence, growth resume, and a non-privileged writing sample to:
standards as established by state law. Responsibilities include pro-
and mobilization. This position will oversee the coordination of all viding legal analysis and advice, preparing and filing legal plead-
activities relative to major gifts within the College of Law. Also, Meckler Bulger Tilson Marick & Pearson, LLP
123 North Wacker Drive ings and documents, performing legal research, preparing for and
the Director of Major Gifts—College of Law will assist the Director conducting pre-trial discovery, preparing for and conducting
of Gift and Estate Planning and the Dean of the College of Law in Suite 1800
Chicago, IL 60606 administrative and judicial hearings and post-trial activities.
the development and implementation of plans and efficient use of Under limited direction, works within broad limits and authority
advancement support services specific to the College of Law, to on highly complex assignments requiring specialized knowledge in
advance development of a portfolio of prospects and donors, and to Attn: Mr. Michael M. Marick
Workers' Compensation. Will provide guidance and assistance to
advance individual prospect/donor strategies. Applications will be other attorneys and staff as requested.
reviewed until an appointment is made, based on qualifications. EEO/M-F Employer
NIU is a comprehensive teaching and research institution with a Job Qualifications
student enrollment of 24,000. Located near Chicago, in one of the
most dynamic regions of the country, the university’s main cam- JD or LLB
pus is in the City of DeKalb, with four additional regional sites. The
university is composed of seven degree-granting colleges that Member in good standing of Illinois bar
together offer 56 Baccalaureate programs, 56 Master’s programs,
3 sixth-year programs, 17 Doctoral programs, and 1 professional 10 - 15 years Workers' Compensation insurance defense litigation
program that includes Juris Doctor. Northern is a NCAA Division experience in current and/or recent role
I school, and the NIU Huskies compete in the Mid-American Con-
ference. First chair Workers' Compensation trial experience needed
Salary will be highly competitive. LLM in International Business Practice Ability to provide guidance, technical advice, and support to attor-
neys and staff
An LLM from Lazarski University and the Center for Internation-
Application Process: al Legal Studies exclusively for busy American lawyers. Two-week Excellent client relation skills required
sessions are scheduled in Europe each spring over three years.
Send cover letter, résumé, and the names, addresses, and phone The program includes certification of 18 hours of CLE credits. Commitment to high quality legal work
numbers of three professional references, relative to the position Tuition is only $3,000 per year. The program qualifies for Veterans
for which you are applying. Mail to: NIU Foundation, Sandra J. Benefits. The Certificate in International Business Practice is pro- Demonstrated case analysis skills and a track record of proven
Little, Administrative Assistant, Gift and Estate Planning, North- vided for those completing only one session. The next session will negotiation skills a must
ern Illinois University, Altgeld 132, DeKalb, IL 60115. Review of be held 13-26 March 2011 in Salzburg, Austria. See www.legale-
applications will begin immediately and continue until the position du.net. Contact CILS, US Fax 1-509-356-0077, US Tel 1-970-460-1232. PC literate with keyboard skills, experience with word processing
is filled. For more information about NIU, visit our website at and email programs and significant knowledge/experience with
www.niu.edu.Northern Illinois University is committed to affir- Lexis &/or Westlaw
mative action, equal employment opportunity, and the diversity of
its work force. Must be well organized with good analytical skills, excellent oral
and written communication skills and ability to work in a team

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experience and an under-
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chemistry or aerospace engi-
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Private Equity Fund
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Litigation Associate
(Mid-Level)
Our national law firm client is
seeking two well-credentialed
commercial litigation associ-
ates (prefer good GPA from a
top 30 law school; Law
Review or a Law Journal
member; who are currently
employed and in excellent
standing at a large law firm or
litigation boutique) for their
growing practice. This firm’s
litigation department is highly
regarded and has been
ranked one of the best in the
country. Relocation costs for
candidates from other major
cities will be covered. This is
a wonderful opportunity to
handle complex, sophisticat-
ed litigation matters and be
part of a dynamic practice
group.
Apply for Job #933
Associate - Junior
Level
Our national law firm client is
seeking a well-credentialed,
full-time employee benefits
associate who has 1-3 years
of general ERISA experience.
Any experience dealing with
employee benefits restructur-
ing, Title IV and compliance
with ERISA fiduciary require-
ments would be a plus. This
practice group counsels
employers, plan administra-
tors, trustees, investment
advisors and plan fiduciaries
in transactional, post-trans-
actional and restructuring
settings regarding their fiduci-
ary duties and liabilities. This
is an opportunity to join a
practice group that is highly
regarded within the firm and
ERISA community.
Apply for Job #806
Attorney 1000
Positions Available 1010
Corporate
Securities
Associate (Junior
To Mid-Level)
We are conducting a semi-
exclusive search for the
Chicago office of our national
law firm client, which is seek-
ing a well-credentialed class
of ‘04-’08 corporate associate
with significant securities
experience. This associate
will handle securities, M&A,
general corporate, corporate
governance and investment
management matters. This is
a great opportunity to be an
integral part of collegial capi-
tal markets practice group of
approximately twelve attor-
neys.
Apply for Job #355
Corporate
Transactional
Associate (Junior
Level)
This dynamic, entrepreneur-
ial Loop law firm (under thirty
attorneys) comprised of “big
firm refugees” is seeking a
corporate transactional asso-
ciate with 2-4 years of experi-
ence for its growing practice.
Representative matters for
clients include business for-
mations and planning, merg-
ers & acquisitions, reorgani-
zations and joint ventures,
venture capital and private
equity, and hedge funds. This
firm prefers a well-trained
attorney who is motivated
and a self-starter. The realis-
tic annual target billables are
only 1,900. This is a great
opportunity to be an integral
part of a small, close-knit
practice group.
Apply for Job #544
Litigation Associate
- Junior To Mid-
Level
The Chicago office of our
national law firm client is
seeking a well-credentialed
commercial litigation associ-
ate with ideally 2-4 years of
experience preferably gained
at either a large law firm or lit-
igation boutique.The ideal
candidate will have either
class action or consumer
finance experience. Any
experience representing
banks, insurance carriers and
lenders in these types of
maters is a plus.The expect-
ed annual billables are 1,950
and this associate will be part
of a very collegial practice
group.
Apply for Job #859
Help WantedGeneral 1300 Paralegals 1100
Positions Available 1310
Positions Available 1110
Director, Financial Corporate
Systems Compliance
Paralegal
Our boutique law firm client is
looking for a Director of
Our mid-size loop law firm
Financial Systems with 5+
client is looking for a corpo-
years of experience.
Responsibilities includes rate compliance paralegal
ensuring all financial systems with 4+ years of experience.
applications are running in an B.A. and paralegal certificate
is preferred. Salary up to the
optimal manner; primary liai-
mid $50’s. Comprehensive
son between accounting and
benefits.
information systems on all
financial system matters; pri- Apply for Job #3225
mary liaison with accounting
vendors for service, support
and training; implement the
Business Information
Contracts Paralegal
Strategy; responsible for
Eleite 3E, Whitehill, FRX, Our client, a pharmaceuticals
BizTalk integration, the data company in Lake Forest, is
warehouse and their financial looking for a contracts parale-
reporting software gal. The ideal Candidate will
(Crystal/Business Objects). manage the daily activity in
Accounting degree required, support of contract adminis-
10+ years of accounting tration, litigation, corporate
experience in a professional maintenance and intellectual
services environment; 5+ property. Qualifications:
Minimum 5-7 years of experi-
years experience in a
Financial Systems manage- ence as a paralegal in con-
ment role at a 150-500 time- tract administration; Excellent
keeper firm, or in a support- time and project manage-
ing system role in a larger ment skills; Must have excel-
firm. Salary up to $120K with lent written and communica-
comprehensive benefits. tion skills; Bachelor's Degree;
Apply for Job #3249 Certificate desired - if not cer-
tified must have comparable
experience; Experience with
B u s i n e s s Word, Excel or similar data-
base experience, working
Development with PDF files.
Manager Apply for Job #3247
Our boutique law firm client in
the loop is looking for a busi-
ness development manager
with 3+ years of experience.
The ideal candidate must
have prior experience han- CLS Legal Staffing
dling RFP's from start to fin- 180 North LaSalle Street
ish, excellent communica- Suite 3525
tions skills, strong commercial Chicago, IL 60601
acumen plus creative flair,
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resource and project man- clslegalstaffing.com
legal@clslegalstaffing.com
agement and a proven ability
to deliver to tight deadlines.
Strong working knowledge of
Word, Excel, PowerPoint and
CRM applications are
required. Must have a
Bachelor's degree in
Marketing or related area.
Chicago Legal Search, Ltd.
Salary up to $60K with com-
180 North LaSalle Street
prehensive benefits.
Suite 3525
Apply for Job #3246
Chicago, IL 60601
(312) 251-2580
chicagolegalsearch.com
Office Manager attorneys@chicagolegalsearch.com
Small, collegial loop law firm
is seeking a new office man-
ager. You will be responsible
for all personnel issues, A/R,
A/P, benefits administration,
IT, accounting, office servic-
es, etc. Salary up to the low
to mid $60's with complete
benefits.
Apply for Job #3239
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French. This year I'll look for a new job. You've got the want down...you know what Chicago Financial Company is seeking an executive assistant/cor-
you want to do. The problem is, you're only looking at the big picture. porate paralegal with 4+ years experience. Experience with an
investment management or financial services firm (e.g., hedge
fund, mutual fund, bank, insurance company) is a plus. Bachelor’s Legal Secretary
Instead of making resolutions, set goals. A goal is something you commit to fully degree is a must. Candidates must have excellent organizational
skills and be able to initiate projects with minimal supervision. Growing law firm with corpo-
and work toward all year long. Take a few minutes right now to visualize your top Candidates must have knowledge of a variety of computer soft-
ware applications (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Can-
rate and litigation practices
has an immediate opening for
three goals for 2011. Then take out a piece of paper and write those goals down. didates must demonstrate attention to detail in composing, typing an experienced floater legal
and proofing materials, establishing priorities and meeting dead- secretary with 5+ years of
lines. Candidates will be exposed to confidential information and experience. The successful
Make a plan. Once your goals are set, decide what you have to do to reach each must have a high level of interpersonal skills and the ability to han-
dle sensitive and confidential situations with discretion. Principal
candidate must have worked in
a law firm and have some liti-
goal and then plan each step toward your goal from beginning to end. For instance, Duties and Responsibilities include bur are not limited to: Organ-
ize board and committee meetings; Prepare legal documents,
gation experience as well as
strong exposure to corporate
if you want to learn French this year your first step might to be to search for a class. such as state and city governmental filings, and maintain the reg- transactions. E-filing experi-
istration of the Firm and the funds of hedge funds that it manages; ence is highly preferred. You
The next step might be to enroll in the class. The next step might be to buy your Organize and maintain the Firm’s corporate records and legal doc- must be detail oriented and
uments, including corporate minutes and contracts; Schedule and have good interpersonal com-
study materials. Your next steps would be to attend each class and do your organize meetings, travel, and department activities; keeping and munication skills. You must be
homework. monitoring legal volumes and ensuring legal volumes are up-to-
date and other clerical duties.
proficient with Microsoft
Office Suites and have strong
communication skills. Salary
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4—LEGAL EMPLOYMENT WEEKLY
SIMPLE WORDS
BY: Caren Mansfield, a
member of the Illinois
Paralegal Association
The undersigned, the
fabulous writer of this
instrument, henceforth and
herewith, and pursuant to
our agreement on the
occasion of the recent date
certain replies to your
respectful request and
prayer for information.
This means - I agreed to
write. One of the prob-
lems, I mean longstanding
traditions in the legal field,
has been the use of lan-
guage that may seem for-
mal, verbose, stilted, inflat-
ed or simply not under-
standable. A paralegal
can learn to remain profes-
sional and retain formality
while creating documents
that are clear, concise and
informative.
The trend in the legal
profession over the past
several years has been to
simplify terminology, to
avoid using legal jargon
when more simple terms
will suffice and even use
plain language. The courts
ask for clear and concise
language in pleadings. The
use of words containing
several syllables does not
necessarily mean that you
are getting your point
across. Part of developing
a career as a paralegal is
creating or defining your
writing style. Part of defin-
ing your writing style may
be adapting to the writing
style of the lawyers who
employ you. Every writer
has quirks or terms, phras-
es or words that are used
frequently. Those certain,
favorite terms may appear
frequently in documents to
lead the reader along.
When reading documents
do those terms overwhelm
you? Part of developing a
writing style is to identify
when such terms are over-
used. Does your favorite
attorney use the term “irre-
gardless” or other such
terms. No, irregardless
(and others like it) is not a
word and it will be your
responsibility to gently
wean him or her from
using words that will simply
make opposing counsel or
a judge scratch their head
in wonder at the ingenuity
of the word.
A paralegal should con-
sider who the reader of the
document will be. Will
your document be read by
a client, your employer, the
court, a vendor, etc.
Another consideration is
the organization of the
document. When drafting
documents for the court,
please review the local
rules to determine if the
court has preferences for
Illinois Paralegal Association
the document. The feder- document with back- Both are handy when at a subject perhaps this article elucidating your thoughts
al courts are very specific ground information and loss for an appropriate should be shorter than — please have fun when
about what information is leading up to the point term or to check for cor- usual. You’ve got the you write!
to be included in briefs, may be preferred. Will rect terminology (you point, right. Avoid being For questions or com-
how it should be organized your document be persua- know, principal/principle, wordy. Stop using more ments about the Illinois
and the page length. sive or informative? i n s u r e / e n s u r e , words when less is better. Paralegal Association con-
Organizing the document What books are handy? affect/effect, etc.). What Get rid of herewith, hence- tact Yvonne Olsson, IPA
with your important ideas Roget’s Thesaurus and a else? Attend a writing force, hereafter, aforemen- Executive Director, at 815-
in the beginning and end- pocket dictionary. A para- class. Read to discover tioned, hereinafter. You 462-4620, visit www.ipaon-
ing on a strong note may legal may wish to invest in what works for other writ- get my drift. I would ask line.org or contact Caren
be effective communica- similar books to assist in ers. that one should have a Mansfield at cmbaker-
tion. Or beginning the refining writing skills. So in keeping with the multitude of frivolity when law@aol.com.
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2011 MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
† REGULAR membership is open to any person who is: (1) an Illinois resident employed as a paralegal on a full-time basis in the State of Illinois; or (2) a
non-Illinois resident employed as a paralegal on a full-time basis in the State of Illinois; or (3) an Illinois resident employed as a paralegal on a full-time basis in
any State contiguous to Illinois. Regular Membership is $65.00
† STUDENT membership is open to (1) any Illinois resident who is enrolled in a formal course of paralegal study from an accredited institution in pursuit of a
certificate or degree and is not working as a paralegal; or (2) to any non-Illinois resident residing in a state contiguous to Illinois, and who is also enrolled in a
formal course of paralegal study from an accredited institution in Illinois in pursuit of a certificate or degree and is not working as a paralegal. Student
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employed as a paralegal; or (3) any graduate of a formal course of paralegal study from an accredited institution who is seeking a paralegal position. Associate
Membership is $55.00
† SUSTAINING membership is open to any person, law firm, business, educational institution or other organization interested in furthering the purposes of
the Association. Sustaining Membership is $95.00
Definition: A paralegal is a person qualified through education, training, or work experience to perform substantive legal work that requires knowledge of legal concepts and that
is customarily, but not exclusively, performed by an attorney. This person is retained/employed by an attorney, law office, governmental agency, or other entity under the
supervisory authority of an attorney; or is authorized by governmental administrative agency or statutory or court authority to perform this work.
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all of the provisions contained in the IPA’s Illinois Code of Paralegal Ethics.
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Our downtown Lake Forest law firm is seeking an experienced with Accounts Receivable Both offices have windows
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of correspondence to clients. ence room, storage, and
relations preferred, a thorough knowledge of the Lake County Accounts Payable, Payroll, offices available in newly
MUST be fluent in the Juris kitchen Contact Don Puchalski
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pace with this interesting assignment, you will need to be organ- required.15 to 20 hours per floor of the historic Willoughby
insurance industry electronic week. Flexible schedule. No Towers at the corner of Michi-
ized and proactive, able to manage your desk without supervision, billing services. We offer a
and have the ability to multi-task and work independently. Excel- benefits. Must be detail mind- gan and Madison streets.
competitive salary, PTO and ed and accuracy a must. Offices overlook Lake Michi-
lent interpersonal and communication skills are essential for this 401(k). Salary negotiable.
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sibility, please send your resume and cover letter in confidence. Box LB516 Office Available! and Millennium Park. You
Full benefits; salary commensurate with experience and ability. Box LB540 must see the view to appreci-
New offices convenient to the downtown Lake Forest Metra sta-
Law Bulletin Law Bulletin Four offices available in 2- ate it. Includes use of a large
415 N. State St, Chicago, IL 60654 415 N. State St, Chicago, IL 60654 floor downtown suite. Fur- beautifully furnished confer-
tion. Parking also available. Apply to: E-mail: BlindBox@LBPC.com E-mail: BlindBox@LBPC.com nished or unfurnished. ence room, kitchen and wash-
BERGER SCHATZ Includes secretarial stations. room. Copier and secretarial
careers@bergerschatz.com Amenities include: 3 confer- space also available. If you are
ence rooms, full reception looking for an office that
2333 E. Illinois Road services, loop messenger serv- makes a professional state-
Suite 200 ice, daily court messenger ment, this is it. Helaine at 312-
953-0961. ONE MONTH FREE
Lake Forest, IL 60045
www.bergerschatz.com
Help Wanted General 1300 service, library, filing cabi-
nets, fax, scanner color RENT to anyone who signs a
two year lease.
Positions Available 1310 copiers, 2 kitchens, shower and
sauna. Ask for Susie or Jenifer
at 312-641-2233.
Lake View Office
LEGAL SECRETARIES Marketing Coordinator AV rated law firm has partner-
208 S. LaSalle size office with dramatic lake
The area's top Law Firms and Corporations are searching the Law This individual will work directly for the firm’s Managing Mem-
bers, the firm’s Marketing Committee and with the Chief Operat- view available for lease or,
Bulletin's Resume Center daily for their hiring needs. You need to Newly remodeled office space preferably, “of counsel”
be signed up and post your resume and profile how else will they ing Officer and other firm employees, as well as with our suppli- available at 208 S. Lasalle
ers. arrangement, in well-appoint-
find you? You can keep your search confidential and exclude your Available offices with secre- ed 26th floor suite. All ameni-
choice of employers from viewing your resume and information. tarial space Phones, data, ties and services available.
The Resume Center is the best way to get the exposure you want, The successful candidate will have a minimum of 1-year experi- receptionist, conference
ence in the marketing department of a professional services firm. Mutual referrals. A great
on your terms, while looking for your next position. rooms, kitchen also included. opportunity for a sole practi-
It's fast, easy and free to sign up! Law firm experience preferred. Qualifications needed are excel- Contact: Kristine at 312-683-
lent written and verbal communication skills, organized, detail tioner who wants firm advan-
7192 or email at tages. Please e-mail
Go to Jobs.LawBulletin.com and sign up today! oriented, professional demeanor, the ability to multitask and inter- kas@merlolaw.com
face with senior members of the firm, and experience with SCC@grmlawfirm.com
Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Photoshop, and/or
other marketing software. A Bachelors degree in business admin-
istration, marketing or advertising required.
35 E. Wacker Oak Brook
Responsibilities will include tracking and updating marketing
budget; coordinating and distributing the firm’s newsletter and River View office in shared Office Space
announcements; responding to Requests for Proposals and other suite with 11 other congenial
attorneys. Rent includes recep- Oak Brook law firm has newly
marketing initiatives; drafting marketing correspondence; inter- renovated office. Work station
facing with firm attorneys and external vendors, updating and tionist (light secretarial sup-
port) clerk/messenger, large for assistant if desired. Confer-
editing the firm’s website; compiling information and preparing ence room, kitchen, and other
responses to legal media surveys; preparing marketing materials conference room, kitchen,
extensive storage, coffee, and services. Call (630)816-2689. 1st
for client outreach; assisting with coordination of ad development month free.
and placement; copy/edit projects, branding activities; coordina- reasonable copying. New
tion of firm events; and miscellaneous related administrative phone, voicemail, T-1 Internet
duties. services for small fee. Option-
al secretarial space. 312-546-
Box LB541 5142. OFFICE FOR RENT
Law Bulletin
415 N. State St, Chicago, IL 60654 Spacious corner office with
E-mail: BlindBox@LBPC.com excellent view one block from
Daley Center. Telephone sys-
55 W. MONROE - tem, receptionist, and high-
speed internet access includ-
ATTN: LAWYERS ed. Secretarial station and/or
Help Wanted General 1300 Several window and interior
associate office also available.
Possible business relationship
offices of various sizes
Positions Available 1310 with/without secretarial
with high-quality small firm
handling business and real
space/some furnished in law estate litigation and transac-
office suite. Receptionist, tions. Ideal for older sole prac-
conf. room, file space, phone

Need to place a
titioner. Call Joel at 312-236-
system with voice mail,
Jenner & Block LLP - DOCKETING copy/scan, fax, kitchen, DSL.
8400.
SUPERVISOR Reasonable rent and possible
referrals.

job posting or classified ad? Jenner & Block LLP is one of the nation’s premier full-service law Contact Leslie, Jay or Jeff Three First National
firms. We are widely regarded in the legal and business commu- (312) 201-9800.
nities as one of the nation’s leading transactional and litigation Plaza
firms. Jenner & Block’s success has been built upon the Firm’s
ability to bring the right resources to bear in meeting the needs of Stunning 50th floor high rise
our clients. Jenner & Block prides itself on recruiting the highest office share in downtown
caliber experienced attorneys, paralegals, legal secretaries and Chicago Class A building,
Sublease
Download a QR reader app and take a administrative personnel. Our diverse and flexible culture bene-
fits all employees.
Class A law firm sublease
across from Courthouse. 4 fully
furnished exterior and 2 1/2
interior offices with spectacu-
picture of the code below to receive Jenner & Block is currently recruiting for a DOCKETING SUPER-
VISOR in our Chicago office.
through 3/31/13 at 120 N.
LASALLE. 6000-13,412 sf. 28
lar views ranging from $900 to
$2,500 and approximately 120

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offices, 2 conference rooms, 13 sq. ft. to 340 sq. ft. Reception
Job Duties: workstations. Furniture area, kitchen, 2 large confer-
included. Lake views.$25 psf ence rooms with sweeping
• Assist with the overall daily operation of Docketing Services; gross. Contact David Gelfand views, fax, copy machines.
• Participate in hiring and training the Docketing Services staff; 312-612-5917. Call Cortney at (312) 558-6444.
• Participate in management of department checking and credit
card accounts
and reconciliation/expense disbursement;
• Participate in negotiating annual contracts for various products
and/or services utilized
by Docketing Services;
• Participate in evaluating new industry products and/or services
in an effort to stay current
and to continue to provide value-added services to the Firm;
• Maintain an expert knowledge of court rules, procedures, regu-
lations, schedules and fees and be equipped to respond to inquiries
regarding same;
• Participate in paralegal/project assistant orientation program as
it relates to Docketing Services;
• Create and maintain effective working relationships with
lawyers, staff, vendors and court personnel;
• Ensure that legal documents are filed with appropriate courts,
agencies and officials within prescribed deadlines;
• Ensure that departmental information and/or publications post-
ed on Firm’s intranet are complete and current;
• Actively market department services to attorneys and support
staff in all Jenner & Block offices.

Experience required:

• 5+ years of prior Docket experience, 2+ years of supervisory

experience;
• A thorough knowledge of court rules, procedures and industry
products and services;
• Knowledge of various court websites, docket searching and doc-
ument retrieval databases (PACER/ECF Systems, electronic
Need help? Give us a call research, eDocket, Microsoft Windows).

312-644-4014 or email Classifieds@LBPC.com

Additional requirements:

• Must have the ability to work independently;

• Must be available to work overtime and be on-call for electronic
case filings;
• Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills,
and excellent time management and organizational skills;
• Must possess thorough attention to detail.
Law Bulletin’s Classifieds Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent qualifications.

Put the HELP in HELP WANTED For immediate consideration, please send a cover letter and
resume indicating salary requirements to jennerca-
reers@jenner.com.
To place an advertisement that gets
Jenner & Block is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy
the help you want, please call: of the Firm that no employee shall be discriminated against on the
basis of his/her race, color, religion, national origin, age, non-dis-
qualifying physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, sex,
The Classified Dept. (312) 644-2801 gender identity, marital, veteran or any other protected status or
that of his/her relatives, friends, or associates. We hire individuals
Fax: (312) 644-0542 solely on the basis of their qualifications and ability to do the job
to be filled.
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