M&A Legal Assistant/EA

A large international law firm is seeking a Legal Assistant to support Corporate and M&A teams in its Chicago office. This role partners with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff to deliver high-level service to internal and external clients.Position OverviewThe Legal Assistant coordinates and provides advanced legal and administrative support to multiple timekeepers (Partners, Counsel, Associates, and other legal professionals). This role manages workflow, balances team assignments, and ensures efficient execution of legal practice support functions.Key ResponsibilitiesCoordinate case workflow and manage day-to-day support for multiple attorneysPrioritize and delegate assignments across support teams to meet deadlinesProvide document support for corporate transactions, including drafting, proofreading, and redliningPrepare closing binders, closing memoranda, and transaction documentationMaintain quality control and deadline tracking across assignmentsManage client communications, databases, and correspondencePrepare reports, presentations, and Excel-based materialsCoordinate meetings, calendars, and travel arrangementsProcess expense reports and assist with billing-related tasksOpen new matters and support intake and records proceduresCollaborate with internal departments (e.g., research, marketing, finance, records)Provide overflow and cross-team support as neededQualificationsBachelor’s degree or ABA-approved certificate preferred5+ years of law firm experience supporting M&A or corporate transactionsStrong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)Experience working with complex, heavily formatted legal documentsFamiliarity with legal research and document management tools (e.g., Relativity, LexisNexis) preferredExcellent organizational, communication, and multitasking skillsAbility to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environmentStrong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workDemonstrated ability to work independently and collaborativelyCommitment to maintaining confidentialityOur specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job and candidate matches faster.