Part-Time Legal Assistant

Brennan & Clark are a commercial collections firm seeking a motivated and professional Part-Time Legal Assistant to provide direct support to our Litigation Coordinator. This is an excellent opportunity for an entry- to mid-level candidate looking to grow within a fast-paced legal environment. The ideal candidate brings strong written and verbal communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and prior experience in a legal or paralegal setting.

• Provide day-to-day administrative and legal support to the Litigation Coordinator
• Assist with preparation and organization of legal documents, correspondence, and case files
• Draft and proofread written communications with a high degree of accuracy
• Maintain and update case tracking logs, deadline calendars, and status reports
• Coordinate with outside counsel/internal staff to ensure timely follow-up on active matters
• Assist with file management, document retrieval, and records organization
• Support compliance documentation and legal diary functions as needed
• Perform general office and clerical tasks as assigned

• 2+ years of paralegal or legal support experience in a related practice area
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Comfortable working independently with minimal oversight
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel); familiarity with legal software a plus
• Professional demeanor and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Commercial collections, litigation, or creditor rights experience a plus but not required

• Pay Rate: $22.00 – $28.00 per hour, commensurate with experience
• Hours: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM | Up to 20 hours per week in-office
• Schedule: Monday / Tuesday / Wednesday OR Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday (assigned weekly schedule) On-site required for the first 90 days; hybrid eligibility considered thereafter.
• Employment Type: Part-Time, W-2
• Benefits: This position does not include health, dental, or other employer benefits.

In-person office role (Required). 2301 W 22nd St, Suite # 301, Oak Brook, Illinois, IL 60523

Part-Time, W-2.

$22.00 – $28.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.