Legal Assistant - Litigation

Howard-; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401(k) and profit sharing

Flexible spending accounts

Transit contributions

Job summary

Howard & Howard is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant in Chicago, IL to support attorneys across IP, business, and labor/labor litigation matters. This full-time role emphasizes accurate filing, calendar management, and confidential document handling.

The ideal candidate brings professionalism, discretion, and strong organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate across levels. Benefits and competitive compensation are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of litigation experience or equivalent.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Experience with e-filing and trial preparation is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and litigation support for attorneys.
• Manage matters from inception through all phases of litigation or settlement.
• Electronic filing in state and federal courts; calendar management.
• Prepare confidential correspondence and complex litigation documents.
• Maintain attorney time entry, billing, and client files (DMS).
• Screen calls, assist team, and handle confidential matters.

Skills

Litigation support

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Salary Range: $69,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually

Howard & Howard is currently seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Assistant to join our Chicago, IL office. This full-time position offers a dynamic opportunity to support attorneys across all stages of litigation matters, with emphasis in IP litigation, business litigation, and labor and employment.

We’re looking for a candidate who brings professionalism, discretion, and strong organizational skills, along with the ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across all levels of the firm. A commitment to accuracy, multitasking, and confidentiality is essential. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

Key Responsibilities:

In this role, you will provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support, including:

Manage matters from inception through all phases of litigation and/or settlement.

• Electronic filing in state and federal courts as needed.
• Manage assigned attorneys’ calendars, dockets, and appointments.
• Compose and prepare confidential correspondence, reports, and other complex litigation documents.
• Maintain and complete attorney time entry and billing.
• Maintain client files in DMS (Netdocs) as well as the physical file.
• Screen incoming calls and correspondence and respond as necessary
• Provide back-up support to other legal assistants as assigned or needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of all firm and client matters.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Competencies:

• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 full years of litigation experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in state and federal e-filing procedures and trial preparation.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with attorneys, staff, and clients.
• Ability to manage high-volume workloads with accuracy.Team-oriented mindset with a collaborative approach.
• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong command of Microsoft 365.

Why Join Us?

We offer a collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued and your growth is supported. Howard & Howard provides a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Basic life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term disability
• 401(k) and profit sharing
• Flexible spending accounts
• Transit Contributions.

Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC is an equal opportunity employer.