Legal Assistant

Kaufman Dolowich, LLP•Chicago, IL

24d•$60,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Ready to take the next step in your professional career? Look no further than the Chicago office of Kaufman Dolowich LLP. Our team is comprised of highly skilled and motivated individuals, who are seeking a dynamic Legal Assistant to join our growing team! The desired Legal Assistant will provide support to attorneys, by engaging in the following tasks: Assists with administrative tasks to contribute to efficient office operations Assists with complex document production, such as drafting pleadings and correspondence Prepares court filings and files with various courts (traditional and e-filings) Creates Table of Contents and Table of Authorities Prepares shell responses to propounded discovery accurately and efficiently Communicates with court staff regarding various issues Handles outgoing and incoming mail/FedEx for assigned attorneys Maintains calendars for assigned attorneys Prepares Trial Memorandum and calendar all appearances/deadlines Schedule local and out-of-town depositions and Mediations Scans and uploads documents to the document management system and creates master’s for new files Why KD? Recognized by U.S News as one of the “Best Companies to Work For – Law Firms” Competitive compensation packages Uncapped opportunities for career advancement and professional development Team-first culture with open communication and support Frequent team-building events that foster connection and community A wide range of comprehensive health benefits

Requirements

Minimum of 3+ years of litigation experience
Exceptional writing, communication, and organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality while efficiently prioritizing workloads, meeting deadlines, and accurately analyzing legal documents with a strong command of legal terminology

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Insurance Coverage Defense Litigation, preferred

Responsibilities

Assists with administrative tasks to contribute to efficient office operations
Assists with complex document production, such as drafting pleadings and correspondence
Prepares court filings and files with various courts (traditional and e-filings)
Creates Table of Contents and Table of Authorities
Prepares shell responses to propounded discovery accurately and efficiently
Communicates with court staff regarding various issues
Handles outgoing and incoming mail/FedEx for assigned attorneys
Maintains calendars for assigned attorneys
Prepares Trial Memorandum and calendar all appearances/deadlines
Schedule local and out-of-town depositions and Mediations
Scans and uploads documents to the document management system and creates master’s for new files