Legal Assistant
About The Position
A mid-size Chicago law firm is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Legal Assistant to join our team. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, outstanding benefits, and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to our legal practice. Along with your resume and cover letter, please include your salary requirements. The Legal Assistant will work closely with attorneys in our Chicago office, providing essential support for case management and administrative functions. Responsibilities include drafting and filing court documents, proofreading motions and orders, coordinating hearing dates, and handling general case management tasks. This role demands excellent organizational skills, flexibility, and attention to detail.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent law firm experience.
- Minimum of 3 years in a law firm setting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Familiarity with legal research databases (PACER, LexisNexis, Pohlman, Westlaw).
- Strong knowledge of state and federal court rules and procedures.
- Superior written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and work under pressure.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in insurance defense or asbestos litigation.
Responsibilities
- Draft and prepare state and federal court filings, including notices and motions.
- Proofread and edit attorneys’ motions, pleadings, and correspondence.
- File legal documents electronically via state and federal court docketing systems.
- Prepare orders for court and monitor the status of court-entered orders.
- Coordinate and correspond with opposing counsel and court clerks regarding hearings, motions, and courtesy copies.
- Manage electronic document conversions.
- Track deadlines and ensure timely completion of filings, hearings, and projects.
- Provide receptionist support as needed.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical insurance plans (two PPO options, a PPO with HSA, and an HMO, all provided by BCBSIL)
- Dental insurance plans (PPO and HMO options provided by Guardian)
- Vision insurance (PPO plan provided by EyeMed)
- Retirement savings plan with employer match (100% of the first 3% of salary deferral, plus 50% of the next 2%)
- Fitness center reimbursement
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Parental leave
- Commuter benefits
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage
- Additional leave programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
