Legal Assistant

Masuda Funai is seeking a Legal Assistant to work in our Schaumburg office. As a vital member of our firms Immigration Practice Group, this position will provide high-level secretarial and administrative support to assigned attorneys and paralegals.Location: 200 N Martingale Road in Schaumburg, ILSchedule: Hybrid - 3 set days in officeSalary Range: $46,000- $47,500 per year plus annual bonusResponsibilitiesType correspondence and other legal documents, including letters, memoranda, forms, and notes from dictation or written draftsProofread documents for formatting, punctuation and consistencyPerform new client/matter intake, conflicts and records processesPrint immigration documents for filing and send to appropriate government organization Maintain client files by filing all client-related information in the firms document management system; enter data into immigration softwareServe as back-up to other team members, as neededQualificationsBachelors Degree in any fieldMinimum 3.0 GPA in undergraduate studies (please provide school and GPA)Ability to write supporting documents, reports and business correspondenceProficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and ExcelExcellent business writing, editing and proofreading skillsStrong organization, document management and prioritization skillsFlexible and adaptable, with the ability to multi-taskExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsMust be able to work independently in a fast-paced environmentAdditional Information:Hybrid schedule - 3 days in officeFull-time, non-exempt positionMonday to Friday, 9a to 5p, with 1 hour for lunch; occasional overtimeComplimentary membership to onsite fitness centerRemote work stipend for technology, home office and incidentalsGenerous 401(k) profit sharing plan and access to a financial advisorFlexible spending accounts for medical, dependent care, and commuter benefitsPremium medical insurance plans through BCBSILComplimentary Basic Life, AD&D and Long-Term Disability insuranceComplimentary Identity Protection ServiceOptional Vision, Dental, Voluntary Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Short-term Disability, and Pet InsuranceAbout Us:Since its founding in 1929, Masuda Funai has focused its practice on successfully representing international and domestic companies entering, operating and expanding in the United States. With offices in Chicago, Detroit, Los Angeles and Schaumburg, , the firm assists clients in every aspect of business, including establishing, acquiring, financing and selling operations and facilities; transferring overseas employees to the U.S.; providing employment and benefits counseling; structuring the distribution and sale of products throughout the U.S.; and delivering commercial and patent litigation services.The firms clients, many of which have been represented by the firm for decades, span many industries and technologies. In everything we do, we focus on providing timely and highly customized services that fit our clients needs.To learn more, visit

Created: 2026-03-16