Legal Assistant

Strategic Employment Partners (SEP); Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected law firm in Chicago is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys in managing complex legal processes. The role involves drafting and proofreading litigation documents, managing electronic filings, and coordinating attorneys' calendars. Successful candidates will have over 3 years of experience in legal assistance with strong organizational and communication skills. This position is essential for ensuring streamlined operations in the legal department.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience as a Legal Assistant.
• Strong background in litigation.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, format, proofread, and finalize litigation documents.
• Manage electronic court filings and deadlines.
• Coordinate and maintain attorneys’ calendars.
• Serve as a contact for clients and court personnel.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Litigation experience

Job description

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A well-respected and longstanding law firm is looking to add a Litigation legal assistant to their team. You would be supporting multiple stakeholders and litigation attorneys through complex legal processes from start to finish.

Location: Chicago (Loop)

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, format, proofread, and finalize pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other litigation‑related materials.
• Manage electronic court filings, ensuring strict adherence to state and federal filing deadlines and procedures.
• Coordinate and maintain attorneys’ calendars.
• Serve as a professional and responsive point of contact for clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and vendors.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience as a Legal Assistant.
• Strong background in litigation.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.