Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant (Hybrid)

Jobot; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 75.000 - 95.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive compensation

Hybrid work schedule with remote flexibility

Comprehensive benefits package

Supportive team environment

Professional growth opportunities

Zusammenfassung

A well-established law firm in Chicago is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant to provide high-level administrative support. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of litigation experience, strong e-filing capabilities, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities effectively. This role offers competitive compensation, a hybrid work schedule with flexibility, and opportunities for professional growth. Join a supportive team that values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 5 years supporting litigation attorneys.
• Proficient with e-Filing and Chicago-area court systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Support attorneys with day-to-day litigation administrative needs.
• Draft court documents and handle electronic filings.
• Maintain attorney schedules and track critical case deadlines.

Kenntnisse

E-filing

Microsoft Office

Legal billing software

Written communication

Detail-oriented

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Experienced litigation support 5+ years | Chicago | Hybrid schedule. This Jobot job is hosted by Natasha van der Griendt.

Salary: $75,000 - $95,000 per year.

About the Role

A well-established Chicago law firm seeks an experienced Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to their litigation team. The ideal candidate will have extensive e-filing experience, strong technical skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Why join us

• Competitive compensation
• Hybrid work schedule with remote flexibility
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive team environment
• Professional growth opportunities

Job Details

Position: Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant – provide high-level administrative support to the litigation team. Responsibilities include e-filing, document preparation, and calendar/deadline management.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys with day-to-day litigation administrative needs
• Draft and finalize court documents for electronic filing
• Handle electronic court filings in federal and Illinois state courts
• Schedule depositions and service of process
• Maintain attorney schedules and track critical case deadlines
• Produce correspondence and documents from digital dictation
• Organize case files using firm document management systems
• Process new client matters and engagement documentation
• Monitor incoming communications and prioritize action items

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years supporting litigation attorneys
• Proficient with e-Filing
• Working knowledge of Chicago-area court systems and procedures
• High-level Microsoft Office capabilities and PDF editing
• Comfortable with legal billing software and time tracking
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Detail-oriented with strong proofreading skills
• Self-directed and able to handle competing priorities
• Professional presence and discretion with confidential matters

Additional Information

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