Entry-Level Legal Project Assistant | Hybrid

Vedder; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Vedder's Chicago office is seeking a Project Assistant. This entry-level role offers a unique learning opportunity across practice areas, with supervision from a paralegal to support attorneys on case tasks. No prior experience is required, and you will gain foundational knowledge while assisting deal teams.

The duties include case setup, eDiscovery support, document management, deposition prep, and trial logistics. The role is hybrid, requiring in-office presence at least three days per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience with legal research tools is a plus.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to learn quickly and apply training.

Responsibilities

• Assist with initial case setup, data analytics and organization.
• Support paralegals with eDiscovery tasks.
• Organize and manage case-related documents.
• Prepare case and trial binders.
• Track and input information into various platforms.
• Assist with deposition and trial logistics.
• Routinely update client files and documents.
• Maintain files for transactions.

Skills

Quick learner

Organized

Communication

Under pressure

Multitask

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Overtime willing

Hybrid work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Litigation databases (PACER/Westlaw/Lexis/Relativity)

DocuSign/SharePoint

Job description

Vedder's Chicago office is seeking a Project Assistant. This entry-level role offers a unique learning opportunity across practice areas, with supervision from a paralegal to support attorneys on case tasks. No prior experience is required, and you will gain foundational knowledge while assisting deal teams.

The duties include case setup, eDiscovery support, document management, deposition prep, and trial logistics. The role is hybrid, requiring in-office presence at least three days per week.