Legal Secretary - Personal Injury

DescriptionThis position will report to one attorney in plaintiff's personal injury work.  This position is a direct hire position.  Responsibilities: At least 5 years administrative work experience in a law firm supporting personal injury attorneys must be well versed in the circuit court of cook county.Desired Skills: Positive Attitude Self-motivated, self-starter who can make decisions independently, exercise good judgment and willing to be accountable. Ability to prioritize work and follow-through on assignments. Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. Willing to work overtime, as needed. Voice transcription.RequirementsPerforms diversified and confidential secretarial and administrative duties requiring experience, skill and knowledge of organization policies and practices. The candidate will need to be familiar with legal terminology.- Qualifications: 5 or more years legal secretary experience. At least 2 years experience with personal injury and worker's compensation. Experienced user of Work Perfect.  Type 65 WPM+To be considered for this positon, please outline how you meet the requirements in your resume, and submit it as a Word Document. Candidates should also send a list of at least 4 recent attorney references to be considered. Built on more than 30 years of expertise, The Mergis Group is a specialty recruiting firm committed to helping professionals make the best career choices. We connect specialized professionals to leading opportunities that will foster success in their career.