Legal Assistant - Pleadings

Blitt and Gaines PC; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

PTO and paid holidays

Health, dental, vision and life ins.

Short-Term Disability

401(k) retirement plan

Profit sharing

Professional growth and advancement

Job summary

Blitt and Gaines, P.C. in Vernon Hills, IL seeks a Legal Assistant - Pleadings to support Attorneys in court procedures, document analysis, and calendar management. The role emphasizes data entry, accurate pleadings, and timely communications, with a focus on responsible file handling.

You will learn court procedures, assist with workflow, and collaborate with legal teams in a fast-paced environment to ensure respectful client service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college is a plus.
• Experience in a professional environment; prior legal experience is a plus.
• Strong work ethic, problem-solving mindset, and eagerness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Data entry of pleadings, court documents, and future court dates in the Firm’s collection database.
• Document analysis and application of court procedure to ensure accurate data entry of legal pleadings.
• Review incoming communications regarding Firm accounts, logging key information and milestones in the legal workflow.
• Ensures state and county specific procedure is properly applied to all pleadings.
• Work with legal teams to prioritize items and ensure proper file handling.

Skills

Self motivated

Verbal & written communication

Microsoft Office

Excel

File organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College is a plus

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About Blitt and Gaines, P.C.

Blitt and Gaines, P.C. is a leading debt collection law firm with over 30 years of experience representing most of the nation’s largest financial institutions. With nine offices across Arizona, Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Tennessee, and Wisconsin, our attorneys and support teams deliver high-quality, compliant, and ethical legal services.

Job Summary

In this role, the Legal Assistant - Pleadings is responsible for various legal and clerical duties, in support of the Attorneys and Legal Department functions. This person will help streamline Firm and Attorney correspondence and gain a substantial knowledge of all court and office procedures, rules and authority, and litigation processes. They are responsible for overseeing incoming communication, analysis of court documents, and help maintain court calendars. Success in this role requires an analytical mindset, confidence, and a self-starter attitude with a willingness to learn. This role is a part of the Court Operations Department within the Law Firm.

Essential Duties

• Data entry of pleadings, court documents, and future court dates in the Firm’s collection database


• Document analysis and application of court procedure ensure accurate data entry of legal pleadings


• Review incoming communications regarding Firm accounts, identifying and logging key information and milestones in the legal workflow


• Ensures state and county specific procedure is properly applied to all pleadings


• Work closely with legal teams to escape priority items and confirm proper file handling as needed

Requirements

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent is required, college is a plus


• Experience in a professional work environment, prior legal experience is a plus


• Strong work ethic, problem-solving mindset, and highly motivated to learn

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Self motivated


• Ability to independently manage files while working collaboratively within a team environment


• General computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Excel with comfortability adopting new systems


• Highly organized with the ability to multitask, prioritize, handle a fast-pace environment, and manage workload with great attitude and minimal supervision


• Strong verbal and written communication skills

What We Offer

Blitt and Gaines, P.C. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Competitive base pay


• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays


• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance


• Short-Term Disability


• 401(k) retirement plan


• Profit sharing


• Professional growth and advancement opportunities