Legal Assistant - Trial & Defense

Clyde & Co•Chicago, IL

70d•$41 - $47•Hybrid

About The Position

Clyde & Co US LLP seeks a legal assistant with 5+ years of experience to provide excellent secretarial and administrative support to our trial and litigation team. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a paperless environment and will tailor to the unique support needs of each attorney while ensuring the smooth running of the group and department as a whole. This position can sit in our Chicago or Denver offices.

Requirements

5+ years of previous experience as a litigation/trial legal assistant or secretary
Must have legal experience, including filing with state and federal courts.
Knowledge in e-filing in the collar counties.
Strong work ethic, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills are essential.
Ability to think ahead; to follow written and verbal instructions, strong skills in writing, researching, and organization/flexibility and Teamwork.
Intermediate proficiency of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Previous experience with File site or iManage filing systems
Creative problem solver who takes initiative to accomplish tasks with a minimal level of supervision.
Exceptional attention to detail and high proficiency in proofreading
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and work with professionals inside and outside the firm.

Responsibilities

Provide legal and administrative support to a team of attorneys
Create, prepare, proofread, and amend high volume complex legal documents, pleadings, including table of contents and table of authorities, letters and emails
File pleadings with state and federal courts using various means, including electronic court filing systems.
Calendar maintenance, such as scheduling hearings, briefing schedules, discovery deadlines, depositions, meetings, and knowledge of civil and federal court deadline filing dates, court rules, and procedures
Prepare for and assist in trials
Assist Paralegals in organizing case files and records maintenance
Assist with travel arrangements upon request including car, hotel and airfare reservations, and complete attorney monthly expenses to accounting
Administrative work, including billing, correspondence, invoices and reporting to clients

Benefits

Hybrid Work Flexibility - Enjoy a perfect balance between remote and in-office work.
Flexible Paid Time Off - Accrue 20 days of paid time off and 11 firm paid holidays.
Referral Rewards - Earn generous bonuses for introducing talented colleagues to our team.
Mentorship & Career Growth - Access strong mentorship, global training programs, and career development support.
Engaging Culture - Participate in exciting social events, volunteer and community service initiatives, and professional development opportunities.
Inclusive Parental Leave - Six months fully paid, for all parents regardless of gender or path to parenthood.
Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
Robust Disability Coverage - Comprehensive short-term and enhanced long-term disability plans.

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