A great place to work & grow.

Who we are:

• Chuhak & Tecson P.C., a growing, on the move, mid-sized law firm in Chicago that’s Right there with you…
• Great people with an inclusive culture.
• Focused on our clients through high responsiveness, mutual collaboration and solving their challenges.

What you’ll do:

• Provide administrative and executive support for Attorney and Practice Manager in our Condominium and Common Interest Community Association Practice. 
  • Process new client/matter forms for opening files and conflicts checks.
  • Order and review routine title searches.
  • Prepare and process routine Collection Notices to unit owners including electronic recording of liens.
  • Prepare and process miscellaneous letters to unit owners and clients.
  • Review incoming mail including scanning and saving documents in the ReadyCOLLECT document management system.
  • Assist with foreclosure cases by monitoring the various steps in the foreclosure process.
  • Access and obtain on-line case information.
  • Interact with property managers, outside counsel and delinquent unit owners.
  • Prepare eviction lawsuits including post judgment collection proceedings, i.e., evictions, citations to discover assets and garnishments proceedings.
  • Check status of pending bankruptcy cases.
  • Prepare Proof of Claims and Motions in pending bankruptcy cases.

Who you are:

• Someone with 1-3 years of legal secretarial/assistant experience in Small Claims/Civil cases.  Previous experience in one of the following environments required:  law firm or professional services organization, i.e., real estate, title company, condominium or community management.
• A person with knowledge of:
• e-filing in Odyssey and i2File.
• e-access for electronic orders and viewing court information for cases in Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry, and Will Counties.
• Working knowledge of FDCPA preferred.
• A person with strong fundamental mathematics skills for application to areas such as invoicing, calculating delinquent accounts and applying payments to past due accounts.
• A person proficient in Microsoft Office Suite programs such as Word, Excel and Outlook; PDF programs such as Tungsten (formerly Kofax) PowerPDF or Adobe, and knowledge of ReadyCOLLECT collection software for law firms, attorneys, and management companies.
• A professional with a “can-do” attitude, creative problem-solving ability, and meticulous attention to detail.
• Exceptional verbal and written communicator with a wide range of people skills, including active listening skills.
• Ability to quickly absorb and integrate information from multiple sources and demonstrate logical reasoning skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively as a team, sometimes with minimal oversight, in a fast-paced service environment.
• Fluency in Spanish a plus.

What we give you:

• Positive and helpful teammates.
• Beautiful office environment with lots of natural light designed specifically with our employees in mind.
• A new outlook developed through a holistically new market strategy and as our Firm grows and transitions to a new generation.
• Market-competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Subsidized BCBS health insurance, Firm-paid LTD and STD.
• Generous PTO.
• Hybrid work environment with at least one day working remotely and at times other days.
• Other voluntary benefits:  dental, visions, 401(k), pre-tax commuter transit and parking, flexible spending account and more.

Please send cover letter and resume to: recruiting@chuhak.com.

Chuhak & Tecson, P.C. recognizes that diverse teams make the strongest teams and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees. No person will be denied employment or benefits on the basis of age, gender, color, race, national origin, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual identity, political belief, genetic status, status as a member of uniformed services, or disability that does not preclude performance of the essential job functions, or any other classification protected under applicable law.

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Disclaimer: This job description is subject to change or amendment at Chuhak & Tecson, P.C.’s discretion. The above statements are intended to generally describe the nature and level of work to be performed by the individual in the position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills so classified.

Who we are:

• Chuhak & Tecson P.C., a growing, on the move, mid-sized law firm in Chicago that’s Right there with you…
• Great people with an inclusive culture.
• Focused on our clients through high responsiveness, mutual collaboration and solving their challenges.

What you’ll do:

• Work alongside seasoned attorneys during all phases of the litigation process.
• Organize documents and coordinate document production. Conduct Bates-stamping, redaction, duplication and indexing of documents. Set up and maintain files chronologically, numerically and/or by subject matter.
• Conduct various document searches and factual case law research. 
• Prepare witness and matter materials for case preparation. Organize interview memos, digests and other relevant documents for attorney review and case preparation.
• Prepare for and assist at depositions. Under attorney supervision, gather and prepare documents, organize exhibits, take notes and handle exhibits during deposition.
• Prepare for and assist during trials. Organize exhibits, files and all other supporting documents, coordinate trial set-up and logistics, marking documents referred to by counsel, assist in preparation of witness testimony.
• Pull relevant documents, proofread papers, organize exhibits and create document indices in preparation of motion filing.
• Work with attorneys in the preparation and filing of all court documents. Organize briefs, exhibits and appendices.
• eFile documents in local courts and collar counties.
• File correspondence and/or legal documents in office filing system.

Who you are:

• Someone with the following education, job experience and technical skills:
  • A Bachelor’s degree unless professional experience level replaces this.
  • A minimum of 5 years in litigation support, preferably in a law firm or other professional services firm.
  • Proficiency with litigation document management and discovery software platforms such as Everlaw, Summation or similar platforms.
  • Experience with litigation research, process and support while demonstrating logical reasoning and critical thinking skills.
  • Competency with professional services and document management software programs required unless commensurate experience replaces this.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of programs with competency in Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
  • Proficient with pdf program functionality, preferably Tungsten Power PDF.
  • Knowledge of all office equipment such as fax machines, scanners, photocopiers and calculators.
• A collaborative, all-around team player who:
  • Shows outstanding initiative, organizational skills and great attention to detail.
  • Has the ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Can work independently and interactively in a demanding service environment, including willingness to “do what it takes” on demanding litigation matters.
  • Keeps a professional appearance, has a can-do service attitude and maintains discretion above reproach.
  • At times will have to lift (up to 50 lbs.) file boxes and documents.

What we give you:

• Positive and helpful teammates.
• Beautiful office environment with lots of natural light designed specifically with our employees in mind.
• A new outlook developed through a holistically new market strategy and as our Firm grows and transitions to a new generation.
• Market-competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Subsidized BCBS health insurance, Firm-paid LTD and STD.
• Generous PTO.
• Hybrid work environment with at least one day working remotely and at times other days.
• Other voluntary benefits:  dental, visions, 401(k), pre-tax commuter transit and parking, flexible spending account and more.

Please send cover letter and resume to: recruiting@chuhak.com.

Chuhak & Tecson, P.C. recognizes that diverse teams make the strongest teams and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees. No person will be denied employment or benefits on the basis of age, gender, color, race, national origin, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual identity, political belief, genetic status, status as a member of uniformed services, or disability that does not preclude performance of the essential job functions, or any other classification protected under applicable law.

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Disclaimer: This job description is subject to change or amendment at Chuhak & Tecson, P.C.’s discretion. The above statements are intended to generally describe the nature and level of work to be performed by the individual in the position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills so classified.