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We are seeking a Legal Proofreader to support time-sensitive proofreading requests in a fast-paced team environment. Candidates must demonstrate high attention to detail and a focus on client satisfaction.
Responsibilities
* Proofread complex legal documents to ensure consistency, spelling, dictation, syntax, punctuation and grammar using the appropriate style (firm style, The Chicago Manual of Style, The Bluebook and California Style Manual)
* Compare documents word for word against originals to ensure an accurate conversion
* Review cross references and defined terms for accuracy and review Table of Authorities for accuracy and style
* Check handwritten revisions/electronic red lines against working draft to ensure all corrections are made accurately
* Conduct separate checks for format, text accuracy and statistical data
* Ensure that the content of document is accurate, clear and complete and that the material is organized logically
* Use established proofreading marks to note corrections
* Follow established policies and procedures
* Perform additional duties as assigned
Required Experience
* High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in English/Journalism or 1-2 years of legal experience preferred
* Knowledge of various style guides (The Chicago Manual of Style, AP Style, The Blue Book and California Style Manual)
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, including expert level knowledge of the English language, grammar, spelling and punctuation
* Proven ability to work through complex legal document markups and instructions in a timely manner to meet strict deadlines
* Ability to prioritize various requests and deadlines simultaneously
* Exceptional attention to detail
* Ability to work professionally and respectfully with clients and team members
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet pressing deadlines
* Familiarity with legal terminology and a variety of citation and brief formats used in legal work preferred
* Intermediate knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite and other core applications preferred
Shift: Monday - Friday - 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM
Chicago, IL
R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company, an integrated communications provider, enables organizations to create, manage, deliver, and optimize their multichannel marketing and business communications. It operates through Business Services and Marketing Solutions segments. The Business Services segment offers commercial printing products and branded materials, including manuals, publications, brochures, business cards, flyers, post cards, posters, and promotional items; and specialized transportation and distribution services.
It also provides customer billings, financial statements, healthcare communications, and insurance document statement printing services; distribution, shipping, healthcare, durable goods, promotional, and consumer product goods packaging labels; and packaging solutions, including rigid boxes and in-box print materials for clients in the consumer electronics, life sciences, cosmetics, and consumer packaged goods industries. In addition, this segment offers workflow design, assembly, configuration, kitting, and fulfillment services for clients in the consumer electronics, telecommunications, life sciences, cosmetics, education, and industrial industries.
Further, it provides invoices, order, and business forms that support the private and public sectors; and outsourcing services, such as creative services, research and analytics, financial management, and other services for legal providers, insurance, telecommunications, utilities, retail, and financial services companies. The Marketing Solutions segment offers direct marketing, such as audience segmentation, creative development, program testing, print production, postal optimization, and performance analytics for large-scale personalized direct mail programs; and in-store marketing, digital print, kitting, fulfillment, digital, and creative solutions and list services. It operates in the United States, Asia, Europe, and internationally. The company was founded in 1864 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.