Careers at Mauck & Baker

Welcome to our Careers page! We are excited that you are interested in joining our team at Mauck & Baker. We are a small but leading law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to our clients. Our success is due in large part to the talented professionals who make up our team.

We are looking for candidates who are passionate about the law and helping others and committed to providing excellent client service with integrity and skillfulness. At Mauck & Baker, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to fostering a team-oriented, respectful, adaptable and creative workplace culture where everyone can thrive. Our current opening is below. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated and enthusiastic attorney to our team! 

Legal Administrative Assistant 
Mauck & Baker, LLC 

Chicago, IL · Full‑Time  

Our five-attorney law firm located in the Loop is seeking a part- or full-time, in-office Legal Administrative Assistant to join our team immediately. We are looking for a proactive individual who thrives both independently and as part of a team, while exhibiting a positive attitude, excellent communication skills, and a strong work ethic. 

 Job Description:  

 As a Legal Administrative Assistant, you will play a vital role under the supervision of the Office Manager, providing essential support to the entire firm. Your responsibilities will include a variety of tasks, such as performing front desk duties, transcribing and editing documents, and ordering office supplies. You will also be expected to handle additional office duties as assigned. This position requires in person attendance (not remote or hybrid). 

 Qualifications: 

1. Ability to handle confidential matters discretely, in a mature and responsible manner conducive to the position; Good organizational skills and detail-oriented individual; 
2. Ability to work well under pressure, i.e., conflicting and fluctuating deadlines, and effectively reprioritizing multiple tasks of urgency and importance with minimal supervision; 
3. Ability and experience in effective problem-solving, actively using sound judgment in decision-making processes 
4. Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions, with minimal supervision; 
5. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, including correct grammar, punctuation, spelling and sentence structure; 
6. Effective telephone skills, including the ability to be courteous in handling situations patiently and professionally. 
7. Proficient use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat 

One to two years of progressively responsible administrative office support experience is required. A bachelor’s degree is a plus. Social media managing experience is a plus. Please visit our website to learn more about our firm.  

Benefits include paid time off, holiday pay, IRA contribution, health/vision/dental insurance, disability insurance, life insurance. 

Please send resume and inquiries to: Kelly Kim, kkim@mauckbaker.com.