Legal Secretary- Cassiday Schade LLP, a mid-sized civil litigation defense firm, has an exciting opportunity for a Legal Secretary for its Chicago Office.
Candidate must have 1-2 years experience as a secretary, be a team player with strong communication skills, the ability to multi-task and work independently as well as part of a team. Candidate must be a skilled typist with competent transcription abilities along with proficiencies in Microsoft Office. Ideal candidate will have some familiarity with medical terminology and a working knowledge of court procedure including electronic filing and some experience with trial work. Civil litigation experience required, Excellent benefits and a salary commensurate with skills.
Company DescriptionABOUT CASSIDAY SCHADE LLPDirector of Finance
Cassiday Schade LLP (CS) is a mid-sized litigation defense law firm headquartered in Chicago, with a presence throughout the Midwest. The Firm focuses on providing its clients with exceptional and efficient representation. With experience in virtually all areas of civil litigation, CS has a diverse client base, and its attorneys provide companies of various sizes with legal counseling and comprehensive case handling services. CS represents individuals and entities in a variety of industries, including health care, long-term care, insurance, manufacturing, construction, professional services and transportation.
Overview:
CS is seeking an enthusiastic, personable professional to join its executive team! This detail-oriented individual will be responsible for the fiscal affairs of the Firm including analysis and planning (both short and long term), managing the budget process and accounting functions. The Director of Finance will function as strategic business partner, reporting directly to the Firm’s Managing Partners and Executive Committee. This person must possess the ability to effectively communicate, collaborate and provide practical solutions to challenges thus contributing to the Firm’s success. This role will require emotional intelligence to be an effective departmental leader providing support and mentorship to the Accounting Department as well as similar support throughout the Firm.
Key Success Factors:
· Accountability: Create a culture committed to duty, responsibility and success
· Business Partner: Suffice as a critical thinker, anticipate needs and contribute to discussions on matters of significance and make appropriate recommendations
· Collaboration: Work together with other Firm executives to generate ideas, vet alternatives and implement solutions that work well for all involved
· Communication: Communicate concisely and effectively in both verbal and written form; be responsive and follow-up / through
· Enhancing Employee Development & Experience: Foster a supportive employee culture and develop a skilled workforce that provides job satisfaction through coaching, mentoring and training
· Influential Leader: Mentor and motivate the team (and others) to achieve desired results efficiently and effectively while providing exemplary internal and external client service regarding financial issues across all levels of the organization
· Innovator: Identify opportunities for improvement; develop and implement creative solutions mindful of risks vs. reward
· Ownership of the Financial Process: Safeguard the strength of the Firm’s financial position by ensuring the proper infrastructure is in place while creating the expectation of success
Responsibilities:
Financial Leadership & Transformation
Assess the current state of the finance and accounting function and lead a comprehensive departmental improvement planOversee all financial functions, including accounting, payroll, billing and 401(k) plan administrationAssess the current financial system to ensure it is scalable and aligned with the firm’s strategic objectivesEstablish clear financial governance that emphasizes accountability, and quality control reporting standardsAttend and participate in monthly Executive Committee meetings serving a trusted financial advisor to firm leadership and partners
Accounting, Controls & Compliance
· Review current accounting policies and procedures for proper alignment with best‐practice and strong internal controls around billing, collections, trust/IOLTA accounts, expense management, and cash flow
Ensure compliance with firm operating procedures, partner compensation structures and both firm‐specific and outside regulatory requirementsOversee month‐end, quarter‐end, and year‐end close processes with a focus on improved accuracy and timeliness
Financial Planning & Analysis
Coordinate and facilitate the annual budget, forecasting, and variance analysis processesLead the Finance team in providing timely reports to management and partners providing information on utilization, billing, realization and providing visibility into matter revenueLead and manage the Finance team in creating and delivering management reports that help drive decisions regarding resources and ensure that the firm is on track to meeting monthly, quarterly, and annual objectivesEnhance profitability analysis to provide visibility to performance by practice area, client, matter, and attorney· Provided analysis, forecasting, scenario modeling, insights to help drive decisions regarding resources to support growth, lateral hires, and strategic investments
Systems, Process & Infrastructure Improvement
Continuous assessment of financial systems to optimize the ability to meet the changing needs of the firm and its clientsDesign and implement any necessary changes in infrastructure or processes to maximize efficiency, transparency, and scalabilityPartner with IT and outside vendors to ensure systems support firm operations and growth
Team Leadership & Development
· Lead, coach, and develop the finance and accounting team
· Clarify roles, responsibilities, and workflows within the department
· Foster through example a culture of accountability, teamwork, continuous improvement, and professionalism
Qualifications & Experience:
Required
· Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field; CPA or MBA preferred
· 10+ years of progressive finance/accounting leadership experience
· Law firm or professional services experience strongly preferred
· Proven track record of implementing best‐practices and establishing strong internal controls, policies, and procedures
· Demonstrated success in department turnaround, process improvement, and control implementation
· Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Aderant, Chrome River) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills
· Strong knowledge of partnership accounting, billing, collections, and trust accounting
· Experience working directly with executive leadership, partners and management peers
· Hands‐on, solution-oriented leader with an eye detail equally comfortable operating in strategic and tactical capacities
Key Competencies
Ability to lead change and effectuate improvement in a financial environmentStrong Internal controls & risk management skillsAdeptness in interpreting complex financial information and communicating with Executive management, partners and stakeholdersProficiency in exploiting current technologies to maximize return on investmentSolution oriented thinking with practical execution skillsCompany DescriptionABOUT CASSIDAY SCHADE LLP
Cassiday Schade LLP is actively seeking an associate attorney for its Chicago Office with up to three years of experience in any area of law. The individual must be dedicated, highly motivated, and interested in practicing among our team of more than 100 attorneys who value legal acumen, collaboration, open and honest communication, integrity and professionalism. Must be licensed to practice in Illinois.
Responsibilities
The Associate Attorney will be expected to perform the following tasks:
Requirements
Candidates must:
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insuranceCompany Description:
ABOUT CASSIDAY SCHADE LLP
Cassiday Schade LLP is a litigation law firm headquartered in Chicago, with a presence throughout the Midwest. We focus on providing our clients with exceptional and efficient representation and act as national or regional counsel for clients facing nationwide exposures. With experience in virtually all areas of civil litigation, we have a diverse client base and our attorneys provide companies of various sizes with extensive trial experience and case preparation acumen. Throughout our history, we have represented individuals and companies in a variety of industries, including long-term care, insurance, financial services, manufacturing, construction, professional services and transportation. In addition to trial and appellate work, we provide both organizations and individuals with the tools to analyze and prevent risk before litigation arises.
Cassiday Schade LLP is actively seeking an associate attorney for its Merrillville Office with two plus years of experience in any area of law. The individual must be dedicated, highly motivated, and interested in practicing among our team of more than 100 attorneys who value legal acumen, collaboration, open and honest communication, integrity and professionalism. Must be licensed to practice in Indiana.
Responsibilities
The Associate Attorney will be expected to perform the following tasks:
Draft pleadings, motions, orders, discovery and legal memoranda.Prepare and respond to written discovery, conduct legal research, and take and defend depositions.Review client documents, draft case evaluations and prepare status report correspondence.Assist with and participate in mediations, pretrial settlement conferences and court appearances.Interact directly with clients, claim professionals, opposing counsel, colleagues and staff; and manage a substantive case load.Perform a variety of difficult and complex legal work and operate with substantial discretion and minimal direction or supervision.
Requirements
Candidates must:
Must be licensed to practice law in Indiana.Proficient with Lexis and MS Office.Demonstrate strong legal research and analytical skills.Proactively work both independently and as part of a team.Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skill and navigate hearings in state and federal court with poise and professionalism.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)Dental InsuranceHealth InsuranceHealth Savings AccountLife InsuranceStudent Loan Reimbursement Program
Company Description:
ABOUT CASSIDAY SCHADE LLP
Cassiday Schade LLP is a litigation law firm headquartered in Chicago, with a presence throughout the Midwest. We focus on providing our clients with exceptional and efficient representation and act as national or regional counsel for clients facing nationwide exposures. With experience in virtually all areas of civil litigation, we have a diverse client base and our attorneys provide companies of various sizes with extensive trial experience and case preparation acumen. Throughout our history, we have represented individuals and companies in a variety of industries, including long-term care, insurance, financial services, manufacturing, construction, professional services and transportation. In addition to trial and appellate work, we provide both organizations and individuals with the tools to analyze and prevent risk before litigation arises.
Company DescriptionABOUT CASSIDAY SCHADE LLP
Associate Attorney
Cassiday Schade LLP is actively seeking an associate attorney for its Springfield, IL office with two to five years of experience in any area of law. The individual must be dedicated, highly-motivated, and interested in practicing among our team of more than 100 attorneys who value legal acumen, collaboration, open and honest communication, integrity and professionalism. Must be licensed to practice in Illinois.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The associate attorney will be expected to perform the following tasks:
· draft pleadings, motions, orders, discovery and legal memoranda;
· prepare and respond to written discovery;
· conduct legal research;
· take and defend depositions;
· review client documents, draft case evaluations and prepare status report correspondence;
· assist with and participate in mediations, pretrial settlement conferences and court appearances;
· interact directly with clients, claim professionals, opposing counsel, colleagues and staff; and
· manage a substantive case load.
REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must:
· be licensed to practice law in Illinois;
· be proficient with Lexis and MS Office;
· demonstrate strong legal research and analytical skills;
· proactively work both independently and as part of a team;
· exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills; and
· navigate hearings in state and federal court with poise and professionalism.
Company DescriptionABOUT CASSIDAY SCHADE LLPCassiday Schade LLP is actively seeking an associate attorney for its Milwuakee, WI office with two to five years of experience in any of the following areas of civil litigation: medical malpractice, construction, transportation, product liability, and general liability litigation. The individual must be dedicated, highly-motivated, and interested in practicing among our team of more than 100 attorneys who value legal acumen, collaboration, open and honest communication, integrity and professionalism. Must be licensed to practice in Wisconsin.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The associate attorney will be expected to perform the following tasks:
· draft pleadings, motions, orders, discovery and legal memoranda;
· prepare and respond to written discovery;
· conduct legal research;
· take and defend depositions;
· review client documents, draft case evaluations and prepare status report correspondence;
· assist with and participate in mediations, pretrial settlement conferences and court appearances;
· interact directly with clients, claim professionals, opposing counsel, colleagues and staff; and
· manage a substantive case load.
REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must:
· be licensed to practice law in Wisconsin;
· be proficient with Lexis and MS Office;
· demonstrate strong legal research and analytical skills;
· proactively work both independently and as part of a team;
· exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills; and
· navigate hearings in state and federal court with poise and professionalism.
Company DescriptionABOUT CASSIDAY SCHADE LLPCassiday Schade LLP is actively seeking an Associate Attorney for its St. Louis, MO office with three plus years of experience in any area of law. The individual must be dedicated, highly-motivated, and interested in practicing among our team of more than 100 attorneys who value legal acumen, collaboration, open and honest communication, integrity and professionalism. Must be licensed to practice in Missouri.
Responsibilities:
The Associate Attorney will be expected to perform the following tasks:
· draft pleadings, motions, orders, discovery and legal memoranda;
· prepare and respond to written discovery;
· conduct legal research;
· take and defend depositions;
· review client documents, draft case evaluations and prepare status report correspondence;
· assist with and participate in mediations, pretrial settlement conferences and court appearances;
· interact directly with clients, claim professionals, opposing counsel, colleagues and staff; and
· manage a substantive case load.
Requirements:
Candidates must:
· be licensed to practice law in Missouri;
· be proficient with Lexis and MS Office;
· demonstrate strong legal research and analytical skills;
· proactively work both independently and as part of a team;
· exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills; and
· navigate hearings in state and federal court with poise and professionalism.
Job Type: Full-time
Ability to Relocate:
St. Louis, MO 63102: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Company DescriptionABOUT CASSIDAY SCHADE LLP