Legal Assistant - Litigation

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) and profit sharing

Transit Contributions

Job summary

Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC in Chicago, IL seeks a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support attorneys across all stages of litigation, with emphasis in IP and employment matters. This full-time on-site role requires professionalism, discretion, and strong organizational skills to manage calendars, filings, and confidential documents.

You will prepare filings, maintain client files, draft correspondence, and assist with billing while coordinating with attorneys and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 full years of litigation experience is expected.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities are required.
• Proficiency in state and federal e-filing procedures and trial preparation.
• Excellent communication with attorneys, staff, and clients.
• Ability to manage high-volume workloads with accuracy; team-oriented mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support from inception through all phases of litigation or settlement.
• Electronic filing in state and federal courts as needed.
• Manage assigned attorneys’ calendars, dockets, and appointments.
• Prepare confidential correspondence, reports, and complex litigation documents.
• Maintain attorney time entry and billing records.
• Maintain client files in DMS (Netdocs) and physical files.
• Screen incoming calls and correspondence; respond as needed.
• Provide backup support to other legal assistants as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality of firm and client matters.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Litigation experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

E-filing procedures

Trial preparation

Microsoft 365

Multi-tasking

Team player

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Netdocs

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.