Corporate Legal Assistant

Company: LHH US
Location: Wheaton
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Legal Assistant - Corporate Practice Group Location: Wheaton, IL Work Arrangement: 100% In-Office (Not Hybrid) Overview LHH is looking for a Legal Assistant for a law firm for their Corporate Practice Group. They are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented Legal Assistant with strong corporate and transactional experience. The ideal candidate is team-oriented, organized, and experienced in supporting attorneys with complex corporate matters, including mergers and acquisitions. Practice Areas Supported Mergers & Acquisitions (must have) Private Equity Debt Finance Asset Finance & Securitization Private Funds Investment Management Essential Duties & Responsibilities Assist attorneys with all aspects of corporate and M&A transactions Prepare, organize, and manage deal closings, including: Signature pages Closing certificates Local, state, and federal closing documents Handle pre-closing, closing, and post-closing processes Draft and maintain closing checklists Assemble and execute post-closing documentation File new business formation and dissolution documents Prepare and maintain corporate minute books Draft corporate resolutions and stock certificates Prepare and file qualification and withdrawal applications Prepare and submit statutory filings Prepare and file UCC statements, amendments, and terminations Obtain certificates of good standing and certified copies Complete and file SS-4 forms to obtain EINs Handle dictation and work with dictation equipment (must have) Coordinate with outside vendors Maintain accurate and timely filing of all documents Handle annual Filings (must have) Skills & Knowledge Experience with corporate and transactional law Familiarity with Westlaw and Lexis (preferred) Some knowledge of SEC filings is a plus Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills Excellent written and verbal communication abilities Ability to maintain strict confidentiality Professional demeanor and client-service mindset Experience & Qualifications Minimum 8 years of corporate/transactional legal assistant experience Experience supporting attorneys in a fast-paced corporate environment BA degree preferred Compensation 5 $60,000 8 $70,000 10 $80k (Salary commensurate with experience) Ideal Candidate Profile Detail-oriented and highly organized Able to work independently and as part of a team Proactive, reliable, and deadline-driven Passionate about delivering high-quality work and exceptional client service Benefits Summary Health & Insurance Medical Insurance: BCBS of Illinois - PPO & HMO options Eligibility: 30 days after start date; effective first of the month Employee cost varies by plan selected Dental & Vision: Voluntary Eligibility: 30 days after start date; effective first of the month Life Insurance: Voluntary Cost varies by age and coverage amount Short-Term & Long-Term Disability: Voluntary Cost varies by age AFLAC: Voluntary supplemental coverage FSA / LPFSA / HSA: HSA available with select PPO plans Dependent Care FSA available Retirement Profit Sharing Plan: Historically 5% of annual salary over the past 10 years Paid Time Off (PTO) 0-5 years: 10 vacation days 5 personal days 5-15 years: 15 vacation days 5 personal days 15 years: 20 vacation days 5 personal days Holidays: Provided per firm calendar Illinois Paid Leave: Applies to part-time employees only Family Leave Maternity / Paternity Leave: Partially paid Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate -privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: • The California Fair Chance Act • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $80,000.00 per year Search managed by: Jenny Ade Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate -privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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