Hybrid Legal Assistant — Litigation Support & Case Prep

Maron Marvel; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Maron Marvel is seeking a legal assistant for its Chicago office in a hybrid role. The position supports attorneys by preparing litigation documents, filing with courts, managing discovery, and coordinating depositions and trial prep.

Experience in a busy law firm and strong organization are essential. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or business school credential and at least 3 years of legal secretarial experience, with excellent time management and a solid understanding of

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Business School cert/degree preferred.
• At least 3 years of legal secretarial/administrative assistant experience, preferably in a law firm.
• Strong knowledge of court rules and litigation procedures.
• In-depth knowledge of legal documents and terminology.
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills.
• Strong secretarial skills: typing, proofreading, spelling, grammar, and math.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload and meet deadlines using good judgment.
• Ability to take initiative in handling projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing litigation documents (pleadings, motions, briefs, etc.).
• Assist in filing legal documents with state and federal courts.
• Assist in discovery and document productions.
• Track deposition calendar and maintain deposition summaries index.
• Coordinate depositions, mediations, and other proceedings with reporters and counsel.
• Support multiple attorneys with caseloads and client engagement tasks.
• Provide overflow support across offices as needed.
• Assist in trial preparation, including binders and exhibits.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Litigation procedures

Legal terminology

Secretarial skills

Education

High School diploma

Business school cert/degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Maron Marvel is seeking a legal assistant for its Chicago office in a hybrid role. The position supports attorneys by preparing litigation documents, filing with courts, managing discovery, and coordinating depositions and trial prep.

Experience in a busy law firm and strong organization are essential. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or business school credential and at least 3 years of legal secretarial experience, with excellent time management and a solid understanding of