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A mid-size Chicago law firm seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to join our team. This is a highly responsible and rewarding full-time position that offers a competitive salary and outstanding benefits. Along with your resume and cover letter, please send your salary requirements.
Job Description:
This position will work closely with 6 to 7 of attorneys in our Chicago office handling court filings, reviewing motions and orders, general correspondence, and any other duties necessary to support the attorneys’ needs. The position requires exceptional organization and adaptability due to the fast-paced nature and high volume of the environment. The legal administrative assistant will perform a broad range of case-related duties under supervision as outlined below.
Primary Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Drafting notices and preparing state and federal court filings.
2. Proofread attorneys’ motions and pleadings.
3. Manage legal documents and correspondence such as letter, memos and emails.
4. Adhering to tight deadlines provided by court and attorneys.
5. Saving e-file-stamped documents to case management system.
6. Scheduling depositions and coordinating with court reporters and experts
7. Corresponding with clients, colleagues and partners.
8. Interacting and following up with attorneys to ensure completion of filings and projects.
9. Document conversions.
10. Perform general office duties when necessary.
The above list of duties and responsibilities is in no way a comprehensive list. From time to time, the employee may be required to perform other duties in support of the operation of the firm, as requested by his/her supervisor or manager.
Job Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent law firm experience.
3+ years of experience in a law firm
Extremely proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Experience using legal search databases (PACER, LexisNexis, Pohlman, Westlaw) etc.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands
Superior written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Knowledge of state and federal court rules and procedures
Ability to maintain confidential records.
Preferred Education and Experience:
Previous insurance defense/asbestos experience
The ideal candidate must be detail oriented, have superior communication, organizational, computer skills, and be able to multi-task. The candidate must also possess excellent problem-solving skills, the ability to work well under pressure, and the desire to take initiative.
Our firm is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Military status, or Veteran status.