Legal Assistant

Sinars Slowikowski LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,500 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance plans

Dental and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

A mid-size Chicago law firm is seeking a highly skilled Legal Assistant to support attorneys with case management and administrative tasks. Responsibilities include drafting court documents, proofreading motions, and coordinating hearings. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree with at least 3 years of law firm experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and familiarity with legal research databases. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of $52,500-$65,000 plus benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a law firm setting.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal court rules and procedures.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare state and federal court filings.
• Proofread and edit attorneys’ motions, pleadings, and correspondence.
• File legal documents electronically via court docketing systems.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Superior written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent law firm experience

Tools

PACER

LexisNexis

Westlaw

Job description

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.

Position Overview

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.

Primary 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.

Note: This list is not exhaustive; additional tasks may be assigned as needed to support firm operations.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent law firm experience.
• 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, Pohleman, 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in insurance defense or asbestos litigation.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Be detail‑oriented and highly organized.
• Demonstrate initiative and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.
• Thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

Compensation and Benefits Overview

Salary: $52,500-$65,000 (DOE). Eligible employees may also receive bonus opportunities and other forms of compensation, contributing to a comprehensive total rewards package. Benefits offerings may differ based on location.

Benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical insurance plans (PPO BCO, PPO HSA, HMO).
• Dental insurance plans (PPO, HMO).
• Vision insurance plans (PPO).
• Retirement savings plan (We match 100% of the first 3% of salary deferral plus 50% of the next 2%).
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Other leave programs.

Eligibility Requirements

Participation in certain compensation programs and benefits is subject to specific eligibility criteria, which will be communicated during the hiring process.

Our firm is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, military status, or veteran status.