Position Overview
Meyer Capel, A Professional Corporation, is seeking a professional legal assistant to support attorneys in our Champaign office in the areas of business law, real estate, and estate planning and administration. Prior law office or comparable experience is preferred but not required.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare real estate contracts, order title insurance, and assist with closing documents.
• Prepare Illinois Secretary of State filings for corporations and limited liability companies.
• Assist with contract drafting and closing documents for business sales and purchases.
• Draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and probate documents for court filing.
• Assist with and witness the execution of estate planning documents.

Notary Requirement
If the selected candidate is not already a notary public, they will be expected to cooperate with the firm in applying for a notary license.

Compensation and Benefits
Meyer Capel offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• A 37.5-hour workweek
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible spending account or health savings account options
• Retirement program
• Paid PTO and company holidays

The expected pay range for individuals with entry-level to three years of experience is $21.00 to $23.00 per hour.

If you are a motivated individual with a passion for the legal field, we encourage you to apply. Please submit a cover letter and resume to recruiting@meyercapel.com with Champaign Legal Assistant – Corporate, Real Estate, Estate & Trusts in the subject line.