Description
Position Summary
Kelleher + Holland, LLC is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Paralegal to support our growing general practice areas such as corporate, real estate and estate planning. This role is integral to delivering exceptional client service and ensuring the accurate and timely support to the attorneys and clients.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and compassionate, with a strong understanding of general legal assistant role adn procedures and a client-focused mindset. This position requires discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously in a fast-paced legal environment.
Key Responsibilities· Coordinate document execution, notarization, and client signings
· Manage client correspondence and track key milestones
· Gather, review, and organize client financial and asset information, including bank, brokerage, and real estate documentation
· Maintain and organize electronic and hard-copy client files and document management systems
· Maintain calendars and schedule meetings, signings, and hearings
· Track case-related expenses and prepare client matter packages
· Answer, screen, and initiate phone calls and emails with clients, attorneys, and third parties
· Prepare probate and estate administration or other court filings as needed
· Conduct legal and financial research as requested
· Format, proofread, and finalize legal documents with precision and consistency
· Maintain and update templates, checklists, and practice-area resources
· Provide exceptional client service with empathy, particularly during sensitive or emotional situations
· Maintain strict confidentiality and exercise sound independent judgment
· Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned
Requirements
Required Skills & Qualifications
· Minimum 3 years of experience in a law office in a paralegal or support role
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams)
· Strong organizational, time management, and proofreading skills
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
· · Ability to manage sensitive matters with professionalism, empathy, and discretion
· Familiarity with legal terminology, document formatting, and case file management
· Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
· Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative mindset
· Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
· Typing speed of 60+ WPM preferred
Education & Training
Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred
Benefits
401(k) with employer matching
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Paid time off
Competitive compensation based on experience
Similar Jobs
What you need to know about the Chicago Tech Scene
Key Facts About Chicago Tech
- Number of Tech Workers: 245,800; 5.2% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
- Major Tech Employers: McDonald’s, John Deere, Boeing, Morningstar
- Key Industries: Artificial intelligence, biotechnology, fintech, software, logistics technology
- Funding Landscape: $2.5 billion in venture capital funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
- Notable Investors: Pritzker Group Venture Capital, Arch Venture Partners, MATH Venture Partners, Jump Capital, Hyde Park Venture Partners
- Research Centers and Universities: Northwestern University, University of Chicago, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Illinois Institute of Technology, Argonne National Laboratory, Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory


