Hybrid Litigation Assistant: Trial & Appellate Support

Tabet DiVito & Rothstein LLC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Discretionary bonus

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Tabet DiVito & Rothstein LLC in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to support trial and appellate teams. The role involves preparing, formatting, and proofreading pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and correspondence, and managing case files and calendars.

Hybrid, full-time with three days in the office. The firm emphasizes a collaborative culture, strong client service, and a comprehensive benefits package, including parental leave and a discretionary bonus.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with litigation processes and court rules.
• Proficient in drafting, formatting, and reviewing pleadings, motions, and discovery materials.
• Experience with calendar management and scheduling hearings.
• Strong written and verbal communication with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents for trial and appellate matters.
• Manage case files and maintain electronic and paper records.
• Schedule deadlines, court appearances, and meetings; coordinate with clients and court personnel.
• Support trial preparation with exhibits, binders, and witness materials.

Skills

Litigation support

Document drafting

Calendaring

Attention to detail

Communication

Independence

Education

Associate/Bachelor degree or paralegal certificate

Tools

MS Office

Legal practice management software

Document management systems

Job description

Tabet DiVito & Rothstein LLC in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to support trial and appellate teams. The role involves preparing, formatting, and proofreading pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and correspondence, and managing case files and calendars.

Hybrid, full-time with three days in the office. The firm emphasizes a collaborative culture, strong client service, and a comprehensive benefits package, including parental leave and a discretionary bonus.